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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• Articles

  Balancing Family Giving and Retirement Planning

  Learn how to set guardrails around gifting and spending so generosity strengthens your family, not your retirement risk.

  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.

  Prepare for Unexpected Expenses in Retirement

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

  Healthcare Costs That Catch Retirees Off Guard

  An article on three healthcare costs that often catch retirees off guard.

  Retirement & Rising Costs: Managing Inflation Risk

  Inflation affects every retiree. Discover smart ways to manage rising costs and keep your retirement plan on track.

  Financial Strategies for Women

  Some may leave their future to chance but in the world of finance, the effects of the "confidence gap" can be apparent.

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• Calculators

  My Retirement Savings

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

  Annuity Comparison

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

  The Power of 401k Catch-Ups

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

  Emergency Fund Calculator

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

  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

  IRA Income

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

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• Videos

  Retiring the 4% Rule

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

  Timing Your Retirement

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

  The Long Run: Women and Retirement

  For women, retirement strategy is a long race. It’s helpful to know the route.

  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 Retire Early

  Retiring early sounds like a dream come true, but it’s important to take a look at the cold, hard facts.

  Retirement Redefined

  Around the country, attitudes about retirement are shifting.

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