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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Dreaming Up an Active Retirement

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

Retirement and Quality of Life

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

Helpful Retirement Strategies for Women

Learn how to address the challenges that women face when planning for retirement.

RE: Retirement

How does your ideal retirement differ from reality, and what can we do to better align the two?

• Articles

  A Bucket Plan to Go with Your Bucket List

  Longer, healthier living can put greater stress on retirement assets; the bucket approach may be one answer.

  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?

  What Is a Roth 401(k)?

  Roth 401(k) plans combine features of traditional 401(k) plans with those of a Roth IRA.

  Healthcare Costs in Retirement

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

  5 Benefits of Working in Retirement

  Here are 5 reasons why you may consider working through retirement.

  Saving Early & Letting Time Work For You

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

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• Calculators

  Estimate Your RMD

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

  The Power of 401k Catch-Ups

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

  My Retirement Savings

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

  Simple 401k

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

  Inflation & Retirement

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

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• Videos

  RE: Retirement

  How does your ideal retirement differ from reality, and what can we do to better align the two?

  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 Accounts When You Change Your Job

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

  How to Bake a Pie-R-A

  Roth IRAs are tax-advantaged differently from traditional IRAs. Do you know how?

  Dreaming Up an Active Retirement

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

  Preparation is the Key to Retirement

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

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