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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How to Bake a Pie-R-A

Roth IRAs are tax-advantaged differently from traditional IRAs. Do you know how?

Preparation is the Key to Retirement

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

9 Facts About Retirement

Regardless of how you approach retirement, there are some things about it that might surprise you.

A Bucket Plan to Go with Your Bucket List

A bucket plan can help you be better prepared for a comfortable retirement.

• Articles

  A Bucket Plan to Go with Your Bucket List

  Longer, healthier living can put greater stress on retirement assets; the bucket approach may be one answer.

  What Is a Roth 401(k)?

  Roth 401(k) plans combine features of traditional 401(k) plans with those of a Roth IRA.

  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.

  New Retirement Contribution Limits for 2026

  A look at the new retirement contribution limits from the IRS.

  Understanding Qualified Charitable Distributions

  Use this handy, informative article to help your clients understand Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs).

  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.

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• Calculators

  Annuity Comparison

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

  Inflation & Retirement

  See how inflation over time could affect the purchasing power of your retirement income.

  My Retirement Savings

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

  IRA Income

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

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

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

  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.

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• Videos

  Social Security: By the Numbers

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

  Timing Your Retirement

  This short video illustrates the importance of understanding sequence of returns risk.

  Retirement Redefined

  Around the country, attitudes about retirement are shifting.

  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.

  The Long Run: Women and Retirement

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

  How to Bake a Pie-R-A

  Roth IRAs are tax-advantaged differently from traditional IRAs. Do you know how?

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