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 Accounts When You Change Your Job

This video explores what to do with retirement accounts when you move on from your job.

Risk Tolerance: What’s Your Style?

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

What Is a 1031 Exchange?

A look at 1031 Exchanges, a real estate investment strategy that may allow you to defer your capital gains taxes.

Should You Tap Retirement Savings to Fund College?

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

• 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.

  Eight Mistakes That Can Upend Your Retirement

  There are common mistakes you can avoid when saving for retirement.

  8 Financial Milestone Birthdays

  Get ready to celebrate your financial birthdays in this informative infographic.

  Six Surprising Facts About Retirement Confidence

  This attention-grabbing infographic covers retirement topics you may not have considered.

  Tax Efficiency in Retirement

  What role would taxes play in your investment decisions?

  Introducing the 530A Accounts

  An article explaining 530A Accounts.

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• Calculators

  Emergency Fund Calculator

  Find out how large your emergency fund should be based on your monthly expenses.

  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.

  The Power of 401k Catch-Ups

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

  Roth 401(k) vs. Traditional 401(k)

  Compare Roth and traditional 401(k) options to see which may work better for your situation.

  Simple 401k

  See how increasing your 401(k) contributions today could affect your balance at retirement.

  Estimate Your RMD

  Calculate your required minimum distribution amount based on your account balance and age.

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• Videos

  Leaving Your Lasting Legacy

  Want to do more with your wealth? You might want to consider creating a charitable foundation.

  Should You Tap Retirement Savings to Fund College?

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

  Tuning Your Social Security Benefit

  When should you take your Social Security benefit?

  Retirement and Quality of Life

  Asking the right questions about how you can save money for retirement without sacrificing your quality of life.

  The Power of Tax-Deferred Growth

  Why are 401(k) plans, annuities, and IRAs so popular?

  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.

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