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.
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.
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How to Bake a Pie-R-A
Roth IRAs are tax-advantaged differently from traditional IRAs. Do you know how?
Split Annuity Strategy
Here's one strategy that combines two different annuities to generate income and rebuild principal.
Tuning Your Social Security Benefit
When should you take your Social Security benefit?
Social Security Benefits: How Much Will I Receive
Calculating your potential Social Security benefit is a three-step process.
Understanding Qualified Charitable Distributions
Use this handy, informative article to help your clients understand Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs).
Retiring Earlier Than Expected? What To Know
Retiring earlier than expected can be disheartening. Learn steps that can help you smoothe the road ahead.
Where Will Your Retirement Money Come From?
Retirement income may come from a variety of sources. Here's an overview of the six main sources.
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.
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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Estimate Your RMD
Calculate your required minimum distribution amount based on your account balance and age.
The Power of 401k Catch-Ups
See how catch-up contributions after age 50 could significantly boost your retirement balance.
Annuity Comparison
Compare annuity options to see how each one could affect your long-term income outlook.
Simple 401k
See how increasing your 401(k) contributions today could affect your balance at retirement.
Roth 401(k) vs. Traditional 401(k)
Compare Roth and traditional 401(k) options to see which may work better for your situation.
IRA Income
Estimate the potential monthly income your IRA balance could generate in retirement.
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How to Bake a Pie-R-A
Roth IRAs are tax-advantaged differently from traditional IRAs. Do you know how?
Tuning Your Social Security Benefit
When should you take your Social Security benefit?
Retirement Plan Detectives
Watch this fun video for tips on how to search for missing money.
Dreaming Up an Active Retirement
When you retire, how will you treat your next chapter?
Retiring the 4% Rule
A portfolio created with your long-term objectives in mind is crucial as you pursue your dream retirement.
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.
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