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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Rightsizing for Retirement

What does your home really cost?

Retiring the 4% Rule

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

Split Annuity Strategy

Here's one strategy that combines two different annuities to generate income and rebuild principal.

Timing Your Retirement

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

• Articles

  Volunteering in Retirement

  For many, retirement includes contributing their time and talents to an organization in need.

  Buying a Vacation Home? 5 Questions to Consider First

  You may be considering purchasing a vacation property, this can be an exciting milestone, but there are a few things to consider first.

  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.

  Systematic Withdrawals in Retirement

  Taking regular, periodic withdrawals during retirement can be quite problematic.

  Your Changing Definition of Risk in Retirement

  A change in your mindset during retirement may drive changes to your portfolio.

  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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• Calculators

  Simple 401k

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

  My Retirement Savings

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

  Assess Your Life Insurance Needs

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

  Inflation & Retirement

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

  Estimate Your RMD

  Calculate your required minimum distribution amount based on your account balance and age.

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• Videos

  Leaving Your Lasting Legacy

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

  Retirement Plan Detectives

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

  18 Years Worth of Days

  The average retirement lasts for 18 years. What will you do with your days?

  The Long Run: Women and Retirement

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

  Top 5 Things to Tell Your Financial Pro

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

  Encore Careers: Push Your Boundaries

  Ready for retirement? Find out why many are considering encore careers and push your boundaries into something more, here.

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