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.
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.
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Retirement Redefined
Around the country, attitudes about retirement are shifting.
Starting a Roth IRA for a Teen
This early financial decision could prove helpful over time.
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.
Immediate vs. Deferred Annuities
Looking forward to retirement? It's critical to understand the difference between immediate and deferred annuities.
Ways to Manage Your Money and Taxes in Retirement
Careful planning and tax-efficient drawdown strategies can help you enjoy the lifestyle you've dreamed of in retirement.
Money that Buys Good Health is Never Ill Spent
It's important to make sure your retirement strategy anticipates health-care expenses.
5 Benefits of Working in Retirement
Here are 5 reasons why you may consider working through retirement.
Exploring Retirement Plans for Small Businesses
Help small businesses make better retirement decisions for employees with this eye-catching and informative infographic.
Conquering Retirement Challenges for Women
Looking ahead can help you conquer these unique obstacles.
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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.
Emergency Fund Calculator
Find out how large your emergency fund should be based on your monthly expenses.
My Retirement Savings
See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.
Simple 401k
See how increasing your 401(k) contributions today could affect your balance at retirement.
IRA Income
Estimate the potential monthly income your IRA balance could generate in retirement.
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Retirement Plan Detectives
Watch this fun video for tips on how to search for missing money.
18 Years Worth of Days
The average retirement lasts for 18 years. What will you do with your days?
Retirement and Quality of Life
Asking the right questions about how you can save money for retirement without sacrificing your quality of life.
Social Security: By the Numbers
Here are five facts about Social Security that might surprise you.
How to Bake a Pie-R-A
Roth IRAs are tax-advantaged differently from traditional IRAs. Do you know how?
Tuning Your Social Security Benefit
When should you take your Social Security benefit?