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.

A Bucket Plan to Go with Your Bucket List
A bucket plan can help you be better prepared for a comfortable retirement.

Investment Strategies for Retirement
Investment tools and strategies that can enable you to pursue your retirement goals.

Retiring the 4% Rule
A portfolio created with your long-term objectives in mind is crucial as you pursue your dream retirement.

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.

Retirement Plan Detectives
A couple become Retirement Plan Detectives, searching records from old employers.
Does Your Portfolio Fit Your Retirement Lifestyle?
Lifestyle considerations in creating your retirement portfolio.
Social Security: Five Facts You Need to Know
Here are five facts about Social Security that are important to keep in mind.
New Retirement Contribution Limits for 2024
A look at the new, record-high retirement contribution limits from the IRS.
Retirement Traps to Avoid
Beware of these traps that could upend your retirement.
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?
How Women Can Prepare For Retirement
Are women prepared for a 20-year retirement?
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Annuity Comparison
This calculator compares a hypothetical fixed annuity with an account where the interest is taxed each year.
Self-Employed Retirement Plans
Estimate the maximum contribution amount for a Self-Employed 401(k), SIMPLE IRA, or SEP.
Roth 401(k) vs. Traditional 401(k)
This calculator compares employee contributions to a Roth 401(k) and a traditional 401(k).
My Retirement Savings
Estimate how long your retirement savings may last using various monthly cash flow rates.
Estimate Your RMD
Help determine the required minimum distribution from an IRA or other qualified retirement plan.
Potential Income from an IRA
Estimate your monthly and annual income from various IRA types.
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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.
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Retirement and Quality of Life
Asking the right questions about how you can save money for retirement without sacrificing your quality of life.
The Long Run: Women and Retirement
For women, retirement strategy is a long race. It’s helpful to know the route.
Rightsizing for Retirement
What does your home really cost?
Encore Careers: Push Your Boundaries
Ready for retirement? Find out why many are considering encore careers and push your boundaries into something more, here.
Timing Your Retirement
This short video illustrates why knowing when to retire can be a crucial part of your strategy.
Social Security: By the Numbers
Here are five facts about Social Security that might surprise you.