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.
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.
Retirement Plan Distributions
There are a number of ways to withdraw money from a qualified retirement plan.
18 Years Worth of Days
The average retirement lasts for 18 years. Are you prepared to fill that many days?
IRA Withdrawals that Escape the 10% Tax Penalty
The list of IRA withdrawals that may be taken without incurring a 10% early penalty has grown.
A Fruitful Retirement: Social Security Benefit
Taking your Social Security benefits at the right time may help maximize your benefit.
Traditional vs. Roth IRA
One or the other? Perhaps both traditional and Roth IRAs can play a part in your retirement plans.
Social Security Benefits: How Much Will I Receive
Calculating your potential Social Security benefit is a three-step process.
The History of Retirement
Do you know where the idea of “retirement” comes from?
Inflation - Back to the Future
Even low inflation rates over an extended period of time can impact your finances in retirement.
Caring for Aging Parents
As our nation ages, many Americans are turning their attention to caring for aging parents.
Important Birthdays Over 50
Here's a look at several birthdays and “half-birthdays” that have implications regarding your retirement income.
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Potential Income from an IRA
Estimate your monthly and annual income from various IRA types.
A Look at Systematic Withdrawals
This calculator may help you estimate how long funds may last given regular withdrawals.
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.
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.
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Investment Strategies for Retirement
Investment tools and strategies that can enable you to pursue your retirement goals.
An Inside Look at Retirement Living
A number of questions and concerns need to be addressed to help you better prepare for retirement living.
Retirement Plan Distributions
There are a number of ways to withdraw money from a qualified retirement plan.
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Tuning Your Social Security Benefit
When should you take your Social Security benefit?
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.
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.
A Fruitful Retirement: Social Security Benefit
Taking your Social Security benefits at the right time may help maximize your benefit.
Perception vs. Reality
There’s an alarming difference between perception and reality for current and future retirees.