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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Encore Careers: Push Your Boundaries

Ready for retirement? Find out why many are considering encore careers and push your boundaries into something more, here.

Tuning Your Social Security Benefit

When should you take your Social Security benefit?

New Retirement Contribution Limits for 2026

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

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.

• Articles

  Saving Early & Letting Time Work For You

  The earlier you start pursuing financial goals, the better your outcome may be.

  Retiring Earlier Than Expected? What To Know

  Retiring earlier than expected can be disheartening. Learn steps that can help you smoothe the road ahead.

  Who Is Your Trusted Contact?

  This investment account question is vital and answered as early as possible.

  Balancing Family Giving and Retirement Planning

  Learn how to set guardrails around gifting and spending so generosity strengthens your family, not your retirement risk.

  AI Tools Changing Retiree Entrepreneurship

  The impact that Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools can have on retirees with a consulting or small business venture.

  Financial Strategies for Women

  Some may leave their future to chance but in the world of finance, the effects of the "confidence gap" can be apparent.

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• Calculators

  Inflation & Retirement

  See how inflation over time could affect the purchasing power of your 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.

  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.

  Simple 401k

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

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• Videos

  Timing Your Retirement

  This short video illustrates the importance of understanding sequence of returns risk.

  Retirement Accounts When You Change Your Job

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

  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.

  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.

  The Long Run: Women and Retirement

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

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