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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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 Fruitful Retirement: Social Security Benefit

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

Retirement Is a Beginning

Key questions to answer when you are considering retirement.

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• Articles

  Find That Lost Retirement Account

  With over 24 million “forgotten” 401(k) accounts, you may be surprised to learn of your unclaimed “found” money.

  Buying a Vacation Home? 5 Questions to Consider First

  You may be considering purchasing a vacation property, this can be an exciting milestone, but there are a few things to consider first.

  A Meal for All Generations

  When it comes to generational differences, knowing the facts can be difficult.

  How Women Can Prepare For Retirement

  Are women prepared for a 20-year retirement?

  Starting a Roth IRA for a Teen

  This early financial decision could prove helpful over time.

  How Will Working Affect Social Security Benefits?

  Knowing the rules may help you decide when to start benefits.

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• Calculators

  My Retirement Savings

  Estimate how long your retirement savings may last using various monthly cash flow rates.

  Estimate Your RMD

  Help determine the required minimum distribution from an IRA or other qualified retirement plan.

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

  This calculator compares employee contributions to a Roth 401(k) and a traditional 401(k).

  Self-Employed Retirement Plans

  Estimate the maximum contribution amount for a Self-Employed 401(k), SIMPLE IRA, or SEP.

  Annuity Comparison

  This calculator compares a hypothetical fixed annuity with an account where the interest is taxed each year.

  Inflation & Retirement

  Estimate how much income may be needed at retirement to maintain your standard of living.

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• Videos

  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.

  What You Need to Know About Social Security

  Every so often, you’ll hear about Social Security benefits running out. But is there truth to the fears, or is it all hype?

  Retirement Redefined

  Around the country, attitudes about retirement are shifting.

  Retirement Plan Detectives

  A couple become Retirement Plan Detectives, searching records from old employers.

  Social Security: By the Numbers

  Here are five facts about Social Security that might surprise you.

  Perception vs. Reality

  There’s an alarming difference between perception and reality for current and future retirees.

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