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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Perception vs. Reality

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

Top 5 Things to Tell Your Financial Pro

Here are the top 5 things your team may want to hear.

9 Facts About Social Security

There are things about Social Security that might surprise you.

The Power of Tax-Deferred Growth

Why are 401(k) plans, annuities, and IRAs so popular?

• Articles

  Is a Variable Annuity Right for Me?

  Pundits go on and on about how “terrible” or “wonderful” annuities are, but they never talk about if annuities are right.

  Retirement Realities

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

  Prepare for Unexpected Expenses in Retirement

  Learn how to safeguard your retirement from hidden costs and surprises with helpful tips and retirement planning strategies.

  Why You Should Invest in Your 401(k)

  Did you know that your savings can compound over time?

  How to Keep Your Retirement Savings Working for You

  Preservation is about function, not just figures. Plan for retirement amid economic uncertainty to limit stress.

  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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• Calculators

  Simple 401k

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

  Emergency Fund Calculator

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

  Inflation & Retirement

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

  IRA Income

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

  Annuity Comparison

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

  My Retirement Savings

  See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.

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• Videos

  Dreaming Up an Active Retirement

  When you retire, how will you treat your next chapter?

  Leaving Your Lasting Legacy

  Want to do more with your wealth? You might want to consider creating a charitable foundation.

  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 Bake a Pie-R-A

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

  Should You Tap Retirement Savings to Fund College?

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

  RE: Retirement

  How does your ideal retirement differ from reality, and what can we do to better align the two?

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