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.
The Long Run: Women and Retirement
For women, retirement strategy is a long race. It’s helpful to know the route.
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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.
Helpful Retirement Strategies for Women
Learn how to address the challenges that women face when planning for retirement.
Your Changing Definition of Risk in Retirement
A change in your mindset during retirement may drive changes to your portfolio.
Net Unrealized Appreciation (NUA) Explained
Have you considered the special tax treatment on company stock held in a 401(k) plan?
AI Tools Changing Retiree Entrepreneurship
The impact that Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools can have on retirees with a consulting or small business venture.
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?
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Self-Employed Retirement Plans
Estimate the maximum contribution amount for a Self-Employed 401(k), SIMPLE IRA, or SEP.
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.
Roth 401(k) vs. Traditional 401(k)
This calculator compares employee contributions to a Roth 401(k) and a traditional 401(k).
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.
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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.
A Bucket Plan to Go with Your Bucket List
A bucket plan can help you be better prepared for a comfortable retirement.
Questions to Consider When Buying a Vacation Home
Doing your research is key before buying a vacation home.
Tuning Your Social Security Benefit
When should you take your Social Security benefit?
How to Bake a Pie-R-A
Roth IRAs are tax-advantaged differently from traditional IRAs. Do you know how?
Social Security: By the Numbers
Here are five facts about Social Security that might surprise you.
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