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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A Bucket Plan to Go with Your Bucket List

A bucket plan can help you be better prepared for a comfortable retirement.

RE: Retirement

How does your ideal retirement differ from reality, and what can we do to better align the two?

Roth IRA for Kids

Learn about the benefits and requirements of opening a Roth IRA for kids.

Retirement Plan Detectives

Watch this fun video for tips on how to search for missing money.

• Articles

  New Retirement Contribution Limits for 2026

  A look at the new retirement contribution limits from the IRS.

  Social Security Fairness Act's New Chapter

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

  What to Expect in Your First Year of Retirement

  A visual comparison showing how daily life, income, and routines often shift during the first year of retirement.

  Healthcare Costs That Catch Retirees Off Guard

  An article on three healthcare costs that often catch retirees off guard.

  Exploring Retirement Plans for Small Businesses

  Help small businesses make better retirement decisions for employees with this eye-catching and informative infographic.

  Understanding Qualified Charitable Distributions

  Use this handy, informative article to help your clients understand Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs).

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• Calculators

  IRA Income

  Estimate the potential monthly income your IRA balance could generate in retirement.

  My Retirement Savings

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

  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

  Annuity Comparison

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

  Emergency Fund Calculator

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

  Simple 401k

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

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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.

  The Power of Tax-Deferred Growth

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

  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.

  The Long Run: Women and Retirement

  For women, retirement strategy is a long race. It’s helpful to know the route.

  Risk Tolerance: What’s Your Style?

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

  18 Years Worth of Days

  The average retirement lasts for 18 years. What will you do with your days?

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