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.

Featured Video

Retirement Redefined

Around the country, attitudes about retirement are shifting.

Social Security: By the Numbers

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

FIRE Retirement

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

Preparation is the Key to Retirement

The simplest ideas can sometimes make a massive difference over time. Enjoy this brief video to learn more.

• Articles

  Starting a Roth IRA for a Teen

  This early financial decision could prove helpful over time.

  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.

  The Pre-Retirement Checklist

  This checklist can give you a quick snapshot of how prepared you are.

  How Retirement Spending Changes With Time

  It can be difficult for clients to imagine how much they’ll spend in retirement. This short, insightful article is useful.

  Does Your Portfolio Fit Your Retirement Lifestyle?

  Lifestyle considerations in creating your retirement portfolio.

  Retirement Income and the Traditional Portfolio

  Experiencing negative returns early in retirement can potentially undermine the sustainability of your assets.

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• Calculators

  Estimate Your RMD

  Help determine the required minimum distribution from an IRA or other qualified retirement plan.

  A Look at Systematic Withdrawals

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

  Inflation & Retirement

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

  Potential Income from an IRA

  Estimate your monthly and annual income from various IRA types.

  Annuity Comparison

  This calculator compares a hypothetical fixed annuity with an account where the interest is taxed each year.

  My Retirement Savings

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

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• Videos

  Risk Tolerance: What’s Your Style?

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

  Rightsizing for Retirement

  What does your home really cost?

  The Long Run: Women and Retirement

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

  Questions to Consider When Buying a Vacation Home

  Doing your research is key before buying a vacation home.

  Should You Tap Retirement Savings to Fund College?

  There are three things to consider before dipping into retirement savings to pay for college.

  Tuning Your Social Security Benefit

  When should you take your Social Security benefit?

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