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.

Rightsizing for Retirement

What does your home really cost?

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Should You Ever Retire?

A growing number of Americans are pushing back the age at which they plan to retire. Or deciding not to retire at all.

FIRE Retirement

This short, informative article teaches the basics of the FIRE movement.

Perception vs. Reality

There’s an alarming difference between perception and reality for current and future retirees.

Why Medicare Should Be Part of Your Retirement Strategy

How Medicare can address health care needs in your retirement strategy.

How to Give Generously Without Derailing Your Goals

Generosity and retirement both matter. Here's how to support the people you love without losing sight of your own goals.

Find That Lost Retirement Account

With over 24 million “forgotten” 401(k) accounts, you may be surprised to learn of your unclaimed “found” money.

First Year of Retirement: What to Expect

Understand the key financial and lifestyle shifts that happen in your first year of retirement.

Tax Efficiency in Retirement

What role would taxes play in your investment decisions?

Tax Strategies for Retirement Account Withdrawals

Retirement accounts come with plenty of benefits, such as tax deductions, and a generally high return on investment.

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IRA Income

Estimate the potential monthly income your IRA balance could generate in retirement.

Emergency Fund Calculator

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

The Power of 401k Catch-Ups

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

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.

Annuity Comparison

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

Simple 401k

See how increasing your 401(k) contributions today could affect your balance at retirement.

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Perception vs. Reality

There’s an alarming difference between perception and reality for current and future retirees.

Retirement and Quality of Life

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

A Bucket Plan to Go with Your Bucket List

A bucket plan can help you be better prepared for a comfortable retirement.

Rightsizing for Retirement

What does your home really cost?

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.

Social Security: By the Numbers

Here are five facts about Social Security that might surprise you.