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Retirement planning

Social Security. Tax deferred benefits. IRAs. Get the facts you need to understand your retirement options with the articles and videos in this section.
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Retirement Planning

Where's my catamaran? Setting smart and realistic retirement goals

Anything from unexpected health care costs to market volatility can derail your dreams. That means it's important to focus on setting smart and realistic goals.

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Retirement Planning

Tax benefits of converting a traditional IRA to a Roth IRA

If you'd prefer to have more money in after-tax accounts, you may be in luck. A Roth conversion allows you to change pre-tax savings to after-tax assets.

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HSAs and HRAs: What you need to know

Healthcare is one of the most significant financial obstacles you will encounter.

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Some considerations for planning an early retirement

If you're dreaming of an early retirement, here are some tips to consider to make that dream come true. There's no magic formula, but you can develop a realistic plan.

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Retirement Planning

Annuity payment options

If you're considering an annuity, here's an outline of some of the different ways you can have it pay out.

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Why you may want to consider senior life insurance

Do you still need life insurance once you achieve retirement? The answer depends on your overall financial picture and family circumstances.

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Retirement Planning

Pension vs 401(k): what's the difference?

Pension plans, which are funded by your employer, are increasingly being replaced by 401(k) plans, which are employee-funded. Learn how these plans work and what they mean for your retirement.

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