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.
Retirement Plan Detectives
Watch this fun video for tips on how to search for missing money.
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Leaving Your Lasting Legacy
Want to do more with your wealth? You might want to consider creating a charitable foundation.
Your Changing Definition of Risk in Retirement
A change in your mindset during retirement may drive changes to your portfolio.
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 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.
Systematic Withdrawals in Retirement
Taking regular, periodic withdrawals during retirement can be quite problematic.
Tax Efficiency in Retirement
What role would taxes play in your investment decisions?
Saving Early & Letting Time Work For You
The earlier you start pursuing financial goals, the better your outcome may be.
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.
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.
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Assess Your Life Insurance Needs
Estimate how much life insurance coverage may be appropriate for your situation.
Roth 401(k) vs. Traditional 401(k)
Compare Roth and traditional 401(k) options to see which may work better for your situation.
Annuity Comparison
Compare annuity options to see how each one could affect your long-term income outlook.
Estimate Your RMD
Calculate your required minimum distribution amount based on your account balance and age.
My Retirement Savings
See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into 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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Tuning Your Social Security Benefit
When should you take your Social Security benefit?
18 Years Worth of Days
The average retirement lasts for 18 years. What will you do with your days?
Should You Tap Retirement Savings to Fund College?
There are three things to consider before dipping into retirement savings to pay for college.
The Long Run: Women and Retirement
For women, retirement strategy is a long race. It’s helpful to know the route.
Social Security: By the Numbers
Here are five facts about Social Security that might surprise you.
Risk Tolerance: What’s Your Style?
Learn about what risk tolerance really means in this helpful and insightful video.