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.
Leaving Your Lasting Legacy
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18 Years Worth of Days
The average retirement lasts for 18 years. What will you do with your days?
FIRE Retirement
This short, informative article teaches the basics of the FIRE movement.
Retirement Redefined
Around the country, attitudes about retirement are shifting.
9 Facts About Social Security
There are things about Social Security that might surprise you.
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.
Caring for Aging Parents
As our nation ages, many Americans are turning their attention to caring for aging parents.
Saving Early & Letting Time Work For You
The earlier you start pursuing financial goals, the better your outcome may be.
How Will Working Affect Social Security Benefits?
Knowing the rules may help you decide when to start benefits.
Social Security: Maximizing Benefits
There are other ways to maximize Social Security benefits, in addition to waiting to claim them.
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The Power of 401k Catch-Ups
See how catch-up contributions after age 50 could significantly boost your retirement balance.
Simple 401k
See how increasing your 401(k) contributions today could affect your balance at retirement.
My Retirement Savings
See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.
Estimate Your RMD
Calculate your required minimum distribution amount based on your account balance and age.
Inflation & Retirement
See how inflation over time could affect the purchasing power of your retirement income.
Assess Your Life Insurance Needs
Estimate how much life insurance coverage may be appropriate for your situation.
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Timing Your Retirement
This short video illustrates the importance of understanding sequence of returns risk.
Retirement Accounts When You Change Your Job
This video explores what to do with retirement accounts when you move on from your job.
Perception vs. Reality
There’s an alarming difference between perception and reality for current and future retirees.
A Bucket Plan to Go with Your Bucket List
A bucket plan can help you be better prepared for a comfortable retirement.
RE: Retirement
How does your ideal retirement differ from reality, and what can we do to better align the two?
Leaving Your Lasting Legacy
Want to do more with your wealth? You might want to consider creating a charitable foundation.