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 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.

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The Long Run: Women and Retirement

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

FIRE Retirement

This short, informative article teaches the basics of the FIRE movement.

Social Security: By the Numbers

Here are five facts about Social Security that might surprise you.

Retirement & Rising Costs: Managing Inflation Risk

Inflation affects every retiree. Discover smart ways to manage rising costs and keep your retirement plan on track.

How Will Working Affect Social Security Benefits?

Knowing the rules may help you decide when to start benefits.

Three Key Questions to Answer Before Taking Social Security

When to start? Should I continue to work? How can I maximize my benefit?

AI Tools Changing Retiree Entrepreneurship

The impact that Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools can have on retirees with a consulting or small business venture.

Retirement Is a Beginning

Key questions to answer when you are considering retirement.

Introducing the 530A Accounts

An article explaining 530A Accounts.

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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.

IRA Income

Estimate the potential monthly income your IRA balance could generate in retirement.

The Power of 401k Catch-Ups

See how catch-up contributions after age 50 could significantly boost your retirement balance.

Inflation & Retirement

See how inflation over time could affect the purchasing power of your retirement income.

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.

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Retirement Plan Detectives

Watch this fun video for tips on how to search for missing money.

The Long Run: Women and Retirement

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

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.

Retirement and Quality of Life

Asking the right questions about how you can save money for retirement without sacrificing your quality of life.

Timing Your Retirement

This short video illustrates the importance of understanding sequence of returns risk.

Leaving Your Lasting Legacy

Want to do more with your wealth? You might want to consider creating a charitable foundation.