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 Plan Detectives

Retirement Plan Detectives

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

Perception vs. Reality

Perception vs. Reality

Learn how to coordinate your retirement accounts like an orchestra to help maximize your retirement strategy.

Dreaming Up an Active Retirement

Dreaming Up an Active Retirement

When you retire, how will you treat your next chapter?

Starting a Roth IRA for a Teen

This early financial decision could prove helpful over time.

What's New for Social Security?

There have been a number of changes to Social Security that may affect you, especially if you are nearing retirement.

Social Security: Maximizing Benefits

There are other ways to maximize Social Security benefits, in addition to waiting to claim them.

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.

6 Ways to Stay Ahead of Rising Retirement Costs

From investment to estate planning, these 6 strategies help retirees manage inflation risks and maintain financial stability.

Three Key Questions to Answer Before Taking Social Security

When to start? Should I continue to work? How can I maximize my benefit?

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Emergency Fund Calculator

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

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

My Retirement Savings

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

The Power of 401k Catch-Ups

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

IRA Income

Estimate the potential monthly income your IRA balance could generate in retirement.

Annuity Comparison

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

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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.

Should You Tap Retirement Savings to Fund College?

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

Retirement Accounts When You Change Your Job

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

Retirement Plan Detectives

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

Tuning Your Social Security Benefit

When should you take your Social Security benefit?

A Fruitful Retirement: Social Security Benefit

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

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