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.
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.
Retirement Plan Distributions
There are a number of ways to withdraw money from a qualified retirement plan.
Women and Retirement
Women must be ready to spend, on average, more years in retirement than men.
9 Facts About Retirement
Regardless of how you approach retirement, there are some things about it that might surprise you.
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 $64,000 Question
One of the most common questions people ask about Social Security is when they should start taking benefits.
9 Facts About Social Security
There are things about Social Security that might surprise you.
The History of Retirement
Do you know where the idea of “retirement” comes from?
Important Birthdays Over 50
Here's a look at several birthdays and “half-birthdays” that have implications regarding your retirement income.
Split Annuity Strategy
Here's one strategy that combines two different annuities to generate income and rebuild principal.
Money that Buys Good Health is Never Ill Spent
It's important to make sure your retirement strategy anticipates health-care expenses.
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Self-Employed Retirement Plans
Estimate the maximum contribution amount for a Self-Employed 401(k), SIMPLE IRA, or SEP.
A Look at Systematic Withdrawals
This calculator may help you estimate how long funds may last given regular withdrawals.
Potential Income from an IRA
Estimate your monthly and annual income from various IRA types.
Saving for Retirement
This calculator can help you estimate how much you may need to save for retirement.
Annuity Comparison
This calculator compares a hypothetical fixed annuity with an account where the interest is taxed each year.
My Retirement Savings
Estimate how long your retirement savings may last using various monthly cash flow rates.
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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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18 Years Worth of Days
The average retirement lasts for 18 years. Are you prepared to fill that many days?
Retiring the 4% Rule
A portfolio created with your long-term objectives in mind is crucial as you pursue your dream retirement.
Preparing For the Ultimate Vacation
Make your retirement as exciting as your next vacation.
Perception vs. Reality
There’s an alarming difference between perception and reality for current and future retirees.
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.
Women and Retirement
Women must be ready to spend, on average, more years in retirement than men.