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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18 Years’ Worth of Days

The average retirement lasts for 18 years, with many lasting even longer. Will you fill your post-retirement days with purpose?

Retirement Plan Detectives

A couple become Retirement Plan Detectives, searching records from old employers.

What's New for Social Security?

There have been a number of changes to Social Security that may affect you, especially if you are nearing retirement.

How to Bake a Pie-R-A

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• Articles

  Retirement Traps to Avoid

  Beware of these traps that could upend your retirement.

  Conquering Retirement Challenges for Women

  Looking ahead can help you conquer these unique obstacles.

  Healthcare Costs in Retirement

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

  What's So Great About a Rollover?

  Making a career move requires tough decisions, not the least of which is what to do with the funds in your retirement plan.

  Deciding When to Take Social Security

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

  What Is a Roth 401(k)?

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

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• Calculators

  Inflation & Retirement

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

  Saving for Retirement

  This calculator can help you estimate how much you may need to save for retirement.

  A Look at Systematic Withdrawals

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

  Roth 401(k) vs. Traditional 401(k)

  This calculator compares employee contributions to a Roth 401(k) and a traditional 401(k).

  Potential Income from an IRA

  Estimate your monthly and annual income from various IRA types.

  My Retirement Savings

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

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• Videos

  Rightsizing for Retirement

  What does your home really cost?

  Perception vs. Reality

  There’s an alarming difference between perception and reality for current and future retirees.

  A Fruitful Retirement: Social Security Benefit

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

  Working With A Financial Professional

  A financial professional is an invaluable resource to help you untangle the complexities of whatever life throws at you.

  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?

  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.

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