Retirement | Gauthier Wealth Partners

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.

Retirement Accounts When You Change Your Job

This video explores what to do with retirement accounts when you move on from your job.

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18 Years Worth of Days

The average retirement lasts for 18 years. What will you do with your days?

How the SECURE Act 2.0 Changed RMDs

Understand how SECURE Act 2.0 affects RMDs and how using a QCD can possibly benefit both taxes and charitable goals.

Tuning Your Social Security Benefit

When should you take your Social Security benefit?

Preserving the Value of Your Retirement Plan

Learn how to combat economic uncertainty, market volatility, and rising costs when shaping your retirement plan.

Money that Buys Good Health is Never Ill Spent

It's important to make sure your retirement strategy anticipates health-care expenses.

A Bucket Plan to Go with Your Bucket List

Longer, healthier living can put greater stress on retirement assets; the bucket approach may be one answer.

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.

Giving Back in Retirement: New Strategies for a New Phase

Are you rethinking how you'll give back in retirement? Consider these opportunities that don’t require financial commitment.

Who Is Your Trusted Contact?

This investment account question is vital and answered as early as possible.

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The Power of 401k Catch-Ups

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

Annuity Comparison

Compare annuity options to see how each one could affect your long-term income outlook.

Emergency Fund Calculator

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

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.

Inflation & Retirement

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

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

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Retiring the 4% Rule

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

Retirement Plan Detectives

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

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.

Preparation is the Key to Retirement

The simplest ideas can sometimes make a massive difference over time. Enjoy this brief video to learn more.

Should You Tap Retirement Savings to Fund College?

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

How to Bake a Pie-R-A

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