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 Is a Beginning

Key questions to answer when you are considering retirement.

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.

• Articles

  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.

  Saving Early & Letting Time Work For You

  The earlier you start pursuing financial goals, the better your outcome may be.

  Retirement Realities

  Many pre-retirees can become focused on the “ideal” retirement, but turning that dream into a reality can be tricky. This content piece was written to help clients manage their expectations while maintaining optimism for the future.

  Choices for Your 401(k) at a Former Employer

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

  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.

  9 Facts About Social Security

  There are things about Social Security that might surprise you.

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• Calculators

  Estimate Your RMD

  Help determine the required minimum distribution from an IRA or other qualified retirement plan.

  Self-Employed Retirement Plans

  Estimate the maximum contribution amount for a Self-Employed 401(k), SIMPLE IRA, or SEP.

  A Look at Systematic Withdrawals

  This calculator may help you estimate how long funds may last given regular withdrawals.

  Inflation & Retirement

  Estimate how much income may be needed at retirement to maintain your standard of living.

  Saving for Retirement

  This calculator can help you estimate how much you may need to save for retirement.

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

  This calculator compares employee contributions to a Roth 401(k) and a traditional 401(k).

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• Videos

  Retirement and Quality of Life

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

  Perception vs. Reality

  There’s an alarming difference between perception and reality for current and future retirees.

  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.

  Retirement Redefined

  Around the country, attitudes about retirement are shifting.

  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.

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