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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Retirement and Quality of Life

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

A Fruitful Retirement: Social Security Benefit

Taking your Social Security benefits at the right time may help maximize your benefit.

Deciding When to Take Social Security

One of the most common questions people ask about Social Security is when they should start taking benefits.

Should You Tap Retirement Savings to Fund College?

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

• Articles

  Retirement Questions That Have Nothing to Do With Money

  Things to consider before retirement.

  IRA Withdrawals that Escape the 10% Tax Penalty

  The list of IRA withdrawals that may be taken without incurring a 10% early penalty has grown.

  Women on the Rise

  Explore the growing influence women wield over the economy with this handy infographic.

  How the SECURE Act 2.0 Changed RMDs

  Understand how SECURE Act 2.0 affects RMDs and how using a QCD can possibly benefit both taxes and charitable goals.

  How Women Can Prepare For Retirement

  Are women prepared for a 20-year retirement?

  Exploring Retirement Plans for Small Businesses

  Help small businesses make better retirement decisions for employees with this eye-catching and informative infographic.

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• Calculators

  My Retirement Savings

  See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.

  Inflation & Retirement

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

  Simple 401k

  See how increasing your 401(k) contributions today could affect your balance at retirement.

  IRA Income

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

  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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• Videos

  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?

  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.

  Preparation is the Key to Retirement

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

  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.

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