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.
Rightsizing for Retirement
What does your home really cost?
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Risk Tolerance: What’s Your Style?
Learn about what risk tolerance really means in this helpful and insightful video.
Starting a Roth IRA for a Teen
This early financial decision could prove helpful over time.
The Long Run: Women and Retirement
For women, retirement strategy is a long race. It’s helpful to know the route.
Choose Your Own Retirement Adventure
Retirement is one of the greatest adventures you’ll have. Which retirement adventure will you choose?
Social Security: Maximizing Benefits
There are other ways to maximize Social Security benefits, in addition to waiting to claim them.
Deciding When to Take Social Security
One of the most common questions people ask about Social Security is when they should start taking benefits.
Why Medicare Should Be Part of Your Retirement Strategy
How Medicare can address health care needs in your retirement strategy.
Social Security Fairness Act's New Chapter
Learn how the Social Security Fairness Act boosts benefits for eligible public sector workers and their families.
Healthcare Costs in Retirement
Without a solid approach, healthcare expenses may add up quickly and potentially alter your spending.
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Simple 401k
See how increasing your 401(k) contributions today could affect your balance at retirement.
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
Roth 401(k) vs. Traditional 401(k)
Compare Roth and traditional 401(k) options to see which may work better for your situation.
Estimate Your RMD
Calculate your required minimum distribution amount based on your account balance and age.
What Rate Would I Need to Earn on My Savings?
Work backwards from your savings goal to find the rate of return you'd need to get there.
The Power of 401k Catch-Ups
See how catch-up contributions after age 50 could significantly boost your retirement balance.
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Tuning Your Social Security Benefit
When should you take your Social Security benefit?
Retiring the 4% Rule
A portfolio created with your long-term objectives in mind is crucial as you pursue your dream retirement.
What You Need to Know About Social Security
Every so often, you'll hear about Social Security benefits running out. But is there truth to the fears, or is it all hype?
18 Years Worth of Days
The average retirement lasts for 18 years. What will you do with your days?
The Long Run: Women and Retirement
For women, retirement strategy is a long race. It’s helpful to know the route.
Risk Tolerance: What’s Your Style?
Learn about what risk tolerance really means in this helpful and insightful video.