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

  Women on the Rise

  Explore the growing influence women wield over the economy with this handy infographic.

  Social Security Benefits: How Much Will I Receive

  Calculating your potential Social Security benefit is a three-step process.

  Healthcare Costs in Retirement

  Without a solid approach, healthcare expenses may add up quickly and potentially alter your spending.

  Why Do Renters Have to Save More?

  How much more would retirement cost if you owned your home rather than rented? It could actually be several times less.

  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.

  9 Facts About Social Security

  There are things about Social Security that might surprise you.

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• Calculators

  Annuity Comparison

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

  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

  Assess Your Life Insurance Needs

  Estimate how much life insurance coverage may be appropriate for your situation.

  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.

  Roth 401(k) vs. Traditional 401(k)

  Compare Roth and traditional 401(k) options to see which may work better for your situation.

  My Retirement Savings

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

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• Videos

  A Fruitful Retirement: Social Security Benefit

  Taking your Social Security benefits at the right time may help maximize your benefit.

  Retiring the 4% Rule

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

  Working With A Financial Professional

  A financial professional is an invaluable resource to help you untangle the complexities of whatever life throws at you.

  Tuning Your Social Security Benefit

  When should you take your Social Security benefit?

  A Bucket Plan to Go with Your Bucket List

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

  Retirement Plan Detectives

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

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