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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Retirement Redefined

Around the country, attitudes about retirement are shifting.

Retirement Accounts When You Change Your Job

This video explores what to do with retirement accounts when you move on from your job.

How the SECURE Act 2.0 Changed RMDs

Understand how SECURE Act 2.0 affects RMDs and how using a QCD can possibly benefit both taxes and charitable goals.

Retirement and Quality of Life

Asking the right questions about how you can save money for retirement without sacrificing your quality of life.

• Articles

  Choices for Your 401(k) at a Former Employer

  Individuals have four basic choices with the 401(k) account they accrued at a previous employer.

  Six Surprising Facts About Retirement Confidence

  This attention-grabbing infographic covers retirement topics you may not have considered.

  Is a SEP-IRA Right for Your Business?

  For some, the idea of establishing a retirement strategy evokes worries about complicated reporting and administration.

  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.

  Women and Financial Strategies

  Most women don’t shy away from the day-to-day financial decisions, but some may be leaving their future to chance.

  IRA Withdrawals that Escape the 10% Tax Penalty

  The list of IRA withdrawals that may be taken without incurring a 10% early penalty has grown.

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• Calculators

  Estimate Your RMD

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

  Annuity Comparison

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

  Emergency Fund Calculator

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

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

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

  The Power of 401k Catch-Ups

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

  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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• Videos

  Should You Ever Retire?

  A growing number of Americans are pushing back the age at which they plan to retire. Or deciding not to retire at all.

  Top 5 Things to Tell Your Financial Pro

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

  Should You Tap Retirement Savings to Fund College?

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

  Social Security: By the Numbers

  Here are five facts about Social Security that might surprise you.

  Encore Careers: Push Your Boundaries

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

  A Fruitful Retirement: Social Security Benefit

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

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