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 choices can feel intimidating. Choosing the right strategy can make all the difference.

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• Calculators

  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.

  Estimate Your RMD

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

  IRA Income

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

  Inflation & Retirement

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

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

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

  The Power of 401k Catch-Ups

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

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

  Timing Your Retirement

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

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

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  What does your home really cost?

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