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

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

The Power of Tax-Deferred Growth

Why are 401(k) plans, annuities, and IRAs so popular?

Why You Should Invest in Your 401(k)

Did you know that your savings can compound over time?

Retirement and Quality of Life

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

• Articles

  Planning for the Three Stages of Retirement

  Did you know there are three stages to retirement? You should plan for certain changes in lifestyle and spending patterns.

  Important Birthdays Over 50

  Here's a look at several birthdays and “half-birthdays” that have implications regarding your retirement income.

  Smart Retirement Habits for Retirement Success and Security

  Build financial confidence and a fulfilling, secure retirement with habits that help protect your wealth and lifestyle.

  Volunteering in Retirement

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

  9 Facts About Social Security

  There are things about Social Security that might surprise you.

  5 Habits to Adapt Your Financial Strategy For Retirement

  Build confidence with these 5 habits that can help you adjust and manage your income, spending, and savings in retirement.

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• Calculators

  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.

  The Power of 401k Catch-Ups

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

  Emergency Fund Calculator

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

  Annuity Comparison

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

  IRA Income

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

  Simple 401k

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

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• Videos

  Encore Careers: Push Your Boundaries

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

  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?

  Preparation is the Key to Retirement

  The simplest ideas can sometimes make a massive difference over time. Enjoy this brief video to learn more.

  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.

  The Long Run: Women and Retirement

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

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