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.

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How to Retire Early

Retiring early sounds like a dream come true, but it’s important to take a look at the cold, hard facts.

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Investment Strategies for Retirement

Investment tools and strategies that can enable you to pursue your retirement goals.

Dreaming Up an Active Retirement

When you retire, how will you treat your next chapter?

The Cost of Procrastination

Don't let procrastination keep you from pursuing your financial dreams and goals.

18 Years’ Worth of Days

The average retirement lasts for 18 years, with many lasting even longer. Will you fill your post-retirement days with purpose?

• Articles

  Important Birthdays Over 50

  Here's a look at several birthdays and “half-birthdays” that have implications regarding your retirement income.

  The Cost of Procrastination

  Don't let procrastination keep you from pursuing your financial dreams and goals.

  Buying a Vacation Home? 5 Questions to Consider First

  You may be considering purchasing a vacation property, this can be an exciting milestone, but there are a few things to consider first.

  Saving Early & Letting Time Work For You

  The earlier you start pursuing financial goals, the better your outcome may be.

  Women and Financial Strategies

  Most women don’t shy away from the day-to-day financial decisions, but some may be leaving their future to chance.

  Retirement Is a Beginning

  Key questions to answer when you are considering retirement.

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• Calculators

  Self-Employed Retirement Plans

  Estimate the maximum contribution amount for a Self-Employed 401(k), SIMPLE IRA, or SEP.

  Saving for Retirement

  This calculator can help you estimate how much you may need to save for retirement.

  Inflation & Retirement

  Estimate how much income may be needed at retirement to maintain your standard of living.

  Roth 401(k) vs. Traditional 401(k)

  This calculator compares employee contributions to a Roth 401(k) and a traditional 401(k).

  My Retirement Savings

  Estimate how long your retirement savings may last using various monthly cash flow rates.

  A Look at Systematic Withdrawals

  This calculator may help you estimate how long funds may last given regular withdrawals.

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• Presentations

  Investment Strategies for Retirement

  Investment tools and strategies that can enable you to pursue your retirement goals.

  An Inside Look at Retirement Living

  A number of questions and concerns need to be addressed to help you better prepare for retirement living.

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• Videos

  Risk Tolerance: What’s Your Style?

  Learn about what risk tolerance really means in this helpful and insightful video.

  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?

  Working With A Financial Professional

  A financial professional is an invaluable resource to help you untangle the complexities of whatever life throws at you.

  The Long Run: Women and Retirement

  For women, retirement strategy is a long race. It’s helpful to know the route.

  A Bucket Plan to Go with Your Bucket List

  A bucket plan can help you be better prepared for a comfortable retirement.

  Dreaming Up an Active Retirement

  When you retire, how will you treat your next chapter?

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