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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Retirement and Quality of Life

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

Retirement Plan Detectives

Watch this fun video for tips on how to search for missing money.

Important Birthdays Over 50

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

Encore Careers: Push Your Boundaries

Ready for retirement? Find out why many are considering encore careers and push your boundaries into something more, here.

• Articles

  A Meal for All Generations

  When it comes to generational differences, knowing the facts can be difficult.

  Choices for Your 401(k) at a Former Employer

  Individuals have four basic choices with the 401(k) account they accrued at a previous employer.

  How Will Working Affect Social Security Benefits?

  Knowing the rules may help you decide when to start benefits.

  Retirement Realities

  Many pre-retirees can become focused on the “ideal” retirement, but turning that dream into a reality can be tricky.

  Can I Create a Roth if I’m Over the Income Limit?

  Use this article to start conversations about the “backdoor” Roth IRA strategy.

  Starting a Roth IRA for a Teen

  This early financial decision could prove helpful over time.

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• Calculators

  How Much Do I Need To Retire?

  How much is enough to retire? It depends on your lifestyle, timeline, and more. Use this calculator to get a personalized est

  Inflation & Retirement

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

  The Power of 401k Catch-Ups

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

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

  Compare Roth and traditional 401(k) options to see which may work better for your situation.

  Estimate Your RMD

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

  Emergency Fund Calculator

  Find out how large your emergency fund should be based on your monthly expenses.

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• Videos

  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.

  Timing Your Retirement

  This short video illustrates the importance of understanding sequence of returns risk.

  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.

  How to Bake a Pie-R-A

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

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