Retirement
Where will your retirement money come from? If you’re like most people, qualified-retirement plans, Social Security, personal savings and investments are expected to play a role. Once you have estimated the amount of money you may need for retirement, a sound approach involves taking a close look at your potential retirement-income sources.
Should You Tap Retirement Savings to Fund College?
There are three things to consider before dipping into retirement savings to pay for college.
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Working With A Financial Professional
A financial professional is an invaluable resource to help you untangle the complexities of whatever life throws at you.
Does Your Portfolio Fit Your Retirement Lifestyle?
Lifestyle considerations in creating your retirement portfolio.
How to Bake a Pie-R-A
Roth IRAs are tax-advantaged differently from traditional IRAs. Do you know how?
Social Security Fairness Act's New Chapter
Learn how the Social Security Fairness Act boosts benefits for eligible public sector workers and their families.
Social Security Benefits: How Much Will I Receive
Calculating your potential Social Security benefit is a three-step process.
Retirement Plan Choices for Small Businesses
Retirement choices can feel intimidating. Choosing the right strategy can make all the difference.
Six Surprising Facts About Retirement Confidence
This attention-grabbing infographic covers retirement topics you may not have considered.
9 Facts About Social Security
There are things about Social Security that might surprise you.
Systematic Withdrawals in Retirement
Taking regular, periodic withdrawals during retirement can be quite problematic.
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Inflation & Retirement
See how inflation over time could affect the purchasing power of your retirement income.
Emergency Fund Calculator
Find out how large your emergency fund should be based on your monthly expenses.
Roth 401(k) vs. Traditional 401(k)
Compare Roth and traditional 401(k) options to see which may work better for your situation.
How Much Do I Need To Retire?
How much is enough to retire? It depends on your lifestyle, timeline, and more. Use this calculator to get a personalized est
My Retirement Savings
See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.
Annuity Comparison
Compare annuity options to see how each one could affect your long-term income outlook.
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Timing Your Retirement
This short video illustrates the importance of understanding sequence of returns risk.
Retirement and Quality of Life
Asking the right questions about how you can save money for retirement without sacrificing your quality of life.
Should You Ever Retire?
A growing number of Americans are pushing back the age at which they plan to retire. Or deciding not to retire at all.
Preparation is the Key to Retirement
The simplest ideas can sometimes make a massive difference over time. Enjoy this brief video to learn more.
18 Years Worth of Days
The average retirement lasts for 18 years. What will you do with your days?
Social Security: By the Numbers
Here are five facts about Social Security that might surprise you.