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.
Dreaming Up an Active Retirement
When you retire, how will you treat your next chapter?
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A Bucket Plan to Go with Your Bucket List
A bucket plan can help you be better prepared for a comfortable retirement.
5 Reasons to Invest in Your 401(k)
Did you know that your savings can compound over time?
Social Security: By the Numbers
Here are five facts about Social Security that might surprise you.
What to Expect in Your First Year of Retirement
A visual comparison showing how daily life, income, and routines often shift during the first year of retirement.
How Retirement Spending Changes With Time
It can be difficult for clients to imagine how much they’ll spend in retirement. This short, insightful article is useful.
9 Facts About Social Security
There are things about Social Security that might surprise you.
How to Make Your Retirement Go Further as Costs Rise
Retirement expenses don’t always stay predictable. Learn what to do to maintain your lifestyle when stability wavers.
When Should You Take Social Security
Monthly Social Security payments differ substantially depending on when you start receiving benefits.
Tax and Investment Strategies: A Retirement Savings Roadmap
These six strategies can help drive the implementation of a robust, comprehensive retirement plan.
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Annuity Comparison
Compare annuity options to see how each one could affect your long-term income outlook.
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
Assess Your Life Insurance Needs
Estimate how much life insurance coverage may be appropriate for your situation.
My Retirement Savings
See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.
What Rate Would I Need to Earn on My Savings?
Work backwards from your savings goal to find the rate of return you'd need to get there.
Emergency Fund Calculator
Find out how large your emergency fund should be based on your monthly expenses.
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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.
Top 5 Things to Tell Your Financial Pro
Here are the top 5 things your team may want to hear.
18 Years Worth of Days
The average retirement lasts for 18 years. What will you do with your days?
The Long Run: Women and Retirement
For women, retirement strategy is a long race. It’s helpful to know the route.
Retirement Redefined
Around the country, attitudes about retirement are shifting.
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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