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.
18 Years Worth of Days
The average retirement lasts for 18 years. What will you do with your days?
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How to Bake a Pie-R-A
Roth IRAs are tax-advantaged differently from traditional IRAs. Do you know how?
Introducing the 530A Accounts
An article explaining 530A Accounts.
Leaving Your Lasting Legacy
Want to do more with your wealth? You might want to consider creating a charitable foundation.
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.
Important Birthdays Over 50
Here's a look at several birthdays and “half-birthdays” that have implications regarding your retirement income.
Social Security: Maximizing Benefits
There are other ways to maximize Social Security benefits, in addition to waiting to claim them.
Retirement Seen Through Your Eyes
What's your vision of retirement?
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.
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?
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The Power of 401k Catch-Ups
See how catch-up contributions after age 50 could significantly boost your retirement balance.
Assess Your Life Insurance Needs
Estimate how much life insurance coverage may be appropriate for your situation.
Inflation & Retirement
See how inflation over time could affect the purchasing power of your retirement income.
Estimate Your RMD
Calculate your required minimum distribution amount based on your account balance and age.
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.
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Social Security: By the Numbers
Here are five facts about Social Security that might surprise you.
Perception vs. Reality
There’s an alarming difference between perception and reality for current and future retirees.
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 Plan Detectives
Watch this fun video for tips on how to search for missing money.
RE: Retirement
How does your ideal retirement differ from reality, and what can we do to better align the two?
Working With A Financial Professional
A financial professional is an invaluable resource to help you untangle the complexities of whatever life throws at you.
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