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What Would Be the Best Age to Start Receiving Social Security Benefits?

Consider different scenarios to understand the best social security strategy based on your own financial situation.

Traditional IRA and Roth IRA

How to take advantage of Traditional and Roth IRA towards your retirement.

Things to Consider When Making Contributions to an IRA Account

There are limitations to be aware of before making contributions into your retirement account.

Women and Millennials Falling Behind on Retirement Savings

Reasons why women and millennials fall behind on retirement savings.

9 Facts About Retirement

Regardless of how you approach retirement, there are some things about it that might surprise you.

Split Annuity Strategy

Here’s one strategy that combines two different annuities to generate income and rebuild principal.

What Is a Stretch IRA?

If you have a traditional IRA, you may have the opportunity to extend its tax-deferred status across multiple generations.

9 Facts About Social Security

There are things about Social Security that might surprise you.

The Cost of Procrastination

Don’t let procrastination keep you from pursuing your financial dreams and goals

When Should You Take Social Security

Monthly Social Security payments differ substantially depending on when you start receiving benefits.

Healthcare Costs in Retirement

Without a solid approach, health care expenses may add up quickly and potentially alter your spending.

What Is an Annuity?

Regardless of how you approach retirement, there are some things about it that might surprise you.

How Will Working Affect Social Security Benefits?

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

Important Birthdays Over 50

Here’s a look at several birthdays and “half-birthdays” that have implications regarding your retirement income.

Where Will Your Retirement Money Come From?

Retirement income may come from a variety of sources. Here’s an overview of the six main sources.

Are Women and Financial Strategies a Mismatch?

Most women don’t shy away from the day-to-day financial decisions, but some may be leaving their futures to chance.

Caring for Aging Parents

As our nation ages, many Americans are turning their attention to caring for aging parents.

What’s So Great About a Rollover?

Making a career move requires tough decisions, not the least of which is what to do with the funds in your retirement plan.

What Is a Roth 401(k)?

Roth 401(k) plans combine features of traditional 401(k) plans with those of a Roth IRA.

Traditional vs. Roth IRA

One or the other? Perhaps both traditional and Roth IRAs can play a part in your retirement plans.