Retirement
Where will your retirement money come from? If you’re like most people, qualified-retirement plans, Social Security, and 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.
A Bucket Plan to Go with Your Bucket List
A bucket plan can help you be better prepared for a comfortable retirement.
Retirement Plan Distributions
There are a number of ways to withdraw money from a qualified retirement plan.
Perception vs. Reality
There’s an alarming difference between perception and reality for current and future retirees.
Should You Borrow from Your 401(k)?
Does it make sense to borrow from my 401(k) to pay off debt or to make a major purchase?
Women and Retirement
Women must be ready to spend, on average, more years in retirement than men.
Retirement Income and the Traditional Portfolio
Experiencing negative returns early in retirement can potentially undermine the sustainability of your assets.
How Will Working Affect Social Security Benefits?
Knowing the rules may help you decide when to start benefits.
Social Security: The Elephant in the Room
Some people wonder if Social Security will remain financially sound enough to pay the benefits they are owed.
Healthcare Costs in Retirement
Without a solid approach, health care expenses may add up quickly and potentially alter your spending.
Social Security: Five Facts You Need to Know
Here are five facts about Social Security that are important to keep in mind.
Retirement Traps to Avoid
Beware of these traps that could upend your retirement.
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My Retirement Savings
Estimate how long your retirement savings may last using various monthly cash flow rates.
Annuity Comparison
This calculator compares a hypothetical fixed annuity with an account where the interest is taxed each year.
Estimate Your RMD
Help determine the required minimum distribution from an IRA or other qualified retirement plan.
Roth 401(k) vs. Traditional 401(k)
This calculator compares employee contributions to a Roth 401(k) and a traditional 401(k).
Inflation & Retirement
Estimate how much income may be needed at retirement to maintain your standard of living.
Self-Employed Retirement Plans
Estimate the maximum contribution amount for a Self-Employed 401(k), SIMPLE IRA, or SEP.
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Retirement Plan Distributions
There are a number of ways to withdraw money from a qualified retirement plan.
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Retirement Redefined
Around the country, attitudes about retirement are shifting.
Perception vs. Reality
There’s an alarming difference between perception and reality for current and future retirees.
Tuning Your Social Security Benefit
When should you take your Social Security benefit?
18 Years Worth of Days
The average retirement lasts for 18 years. Are you prepared to fill that many days?
Women and Retirement
Women must be ready to spend, on average, more years in retirement than men.
A Fruitful Retirement: Social Security Benefit
Taking your Social Security benefits at the right time may help maximize your benefit.