Retirement

Where will your retirement money come from? If you’re like most people, qualified-retirement plans, Social Security, and 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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Should You Tap Retirement Savings to Fund College?

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

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Investment Strategies for Retirement

Investment tools and strategies that can enable you to pursue your retirement goals.

A Fruitful Retirement: Social Security Benefit

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

Women on the Rise

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

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.

• Articles

  Is a SEP-IRA Right for Your Business?

  For some, the idea of establishing a retirement strategy evokes worries about complicated reporting and administration.

  The SECURE Act

  This article may help you understand the most recent changes to your IRA and your RMD implemented with the SECURE Act.

  What Is an Annuity?

  Annuities are versatile tools that can help you save for retirement and generate income in retirement.

  The Cost of Procrastination

  Don't let procrastination keep you from pursuing your financial dreams and goals.

  Important Birthdays Over 50

  Here's a look at several birthdays and “half-birthdays” that have implications regarding your retirement income.

  Three Key Questions to Answer Before Taking Social Security

  When to start? Should I continue to work? How can I maximize my benefit?

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• Calculators

  Self-Employed Retirement Plans

  Estimate the maximum contribution amount for a Self-Employed 401(k), SIMPLE IRA, or SEP.

  A Look at Systematic Withdrawals

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

  My Retirement Savings

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

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

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

  Saving for Retirement

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

  Annuity Comparison

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

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• Presentations

  Investment Strategies for Retirement

  Investment tools and strategies that can enable you to pursue your retirement goals.

  An Inside Look at Retirement Living

  A number of questions and concerns need to be addressed to help you better prepare for retirement living.

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• Videos

  Retiring the 4% Rule

  A portfolio created with your long-term objectives in mind is crucial as you pursue your dream retirement.

  The Long Run: Women and Retirement

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

  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.

  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.

  Perception vs. Reality

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

  Rightsizing for Retirement

  What does your home really cost?

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