Where will your retirement money come from? If you’re like most people, qualified-retirement plans, Social Security, and 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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  Certain Uncertainties in Retirement

  The uncertainties we face in retirement can erode our sense of confidence.

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

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  How Women Can Prepare For Retirement

  Are women prepared for a 20-year retirement?

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  Annuity Comparison

  This calculator compares a hypothetical fixed annuity with an account where the interest is taxed each year.

  Inflation & Retirement

  Estimate how much income may be needed at retirement to maintain your standard of living.

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

  This calculator compares employee contributions to a Roth 401(k) and a traditional 401(k).

  Potential Income from an IRA

  Estimate your monthly and annual income from various IRA types.

  Self-Employed Retirement Plans

  Estimate the maximum contribution amount for a Self-Employed 401(k), SIMPLE IRA, or SEP.

  A Look at Systematic Withdrawals

  This calculator may help you estimate how long funds may last given regular withdrawals.

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  Investment Strategies for Retirement

  Investment tools and strategies that can enable you to pursue your retirement goals.

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  A number of questions and concerns need to be addressed to help you better prepare for retirement living.

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  Around the country, attitudes about retirement are shifting.

  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.

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