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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Rightsizing for Retirement

What does your home really cost?

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.

Why Medicare Should Be Part of Your Retirement Strategy

How Medicare can address health care needs in your retirement strategy.

Dreaming Up an Active Retirement

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

• Articles

  Catch-Up Contributions

  Workers 50+ may make contributions to their qualified retirement plans above the limits imposed on younger workers.

  Social Security Benefits: How Much Will I Receive

  Calculating your potential Social Security benefit is a three-step process.

  Who Is Your Trusted Contact?

  This investment account question is vital and answered as early as possible.

  Social Security: Five Facts You Need to Know

  Here are five facts about Social Security that are important to keep in mind.

  Should You Borrow from Your 401(k)?

  Does it make sense to borrow from my 401(k) to pay off debt or to make a major purchase?

  Healthcare Costs in Retirement

  Without a solid approach, healthcare expenses may add up quickly and potentially alter your spending.

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• Calculators

  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.

  Emergency Fund Calculator

  Find out how large your emergency fund should be based on your monthly expenses.

  Inflation & Retirement

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

  Estimate Your RMD

  Calculate your required minimum distribution amount based on your account balance and age.

  Annuity Comparison

  Compare annuity options to see how each one could affect your long-term income outlook.

  The Power of 401k Catch-Ups

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

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• Videos

  Dreaming Up an Active Retirement

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

  Retirement Redefined

  Around the country, attitudes about retirement are shifting.

  Retirement Accounts When You Change Your Job

  This video explores what to do with retirement accounts when you move on from your job.

  Should You Tap Retirement Savings to Fund College?

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

  Leaving Your Lasting Legacy

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

  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?

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