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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Retirement Redefined

Around the country, attitudes about retirement are shifting.

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• Articles

  Choices for Your 401(k) at a Former Employer

  Individuals have four basic choices with the 401(k) account they accrued at a previous employer.

  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.

  Social Security Fairness Act's New Chapter

  Learn how the Social Security Fairness Act boosts benefits for eligible public sector workers and their families.

  Women on the Rise

  Explore the growing influence women wield over the economy with this handy infographic.

  Important Birthdays Over 50

  Here's a look at several birthdays and “half-birthdays” that have implications regarding your retirement income.

  Perception vs. Reality

  Learn how to coordinate your retirement accounts like an orchestra to help maximize your retirement strategy.

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• Calculators

  Inflation & Retirement

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

  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.

  Annuity Comparison

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

  The Power of 401k Catch-Ups

  See how catch-up contributions after age 50 could significantly boost your retirement balance.

  How Much Do I Need To Retire?

  How much is enough to retire? It depends on your lifestyle, timeline, and more. Use this calculator to get a personalized est

  My Retirement Savings

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

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• Videos

  Should You Tap Retirement Savings to Fund College?

  There are three things to consider before dipping into retirement savings to pay for college.

  A Fruitful Retirement: Social Security Benefit

  Taking your Social Security benefits at the right time may help maximize your benefit.

  Timing Your Retirement

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

  Risk Tolerance: What’s Your Style?

  Learn about what risk tolerance really means in this helpful and insightful video.

  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.

  How to Bake a Pie-R-A

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

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