Retirement | John Murray

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.

Top 5 Things to Tell Your Financial Pro

Here are the top 5 things your team may want to hear.

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Timing Your Retirement

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

Social Security Benefits: How Much Will I Receive

Calculating your potential Social Security benefit is a three-step process.

Rightsizing for Retirement

What does your home really cost?

Choose Your Own Retirement Adventure

Retirement is one of the greatest adventures you’ll have. Which retirement adventure will you choose?

Split Annuity Strategy

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Choices for Your 401(k) at a Former Employer

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Social Security: The Elephant in the Room

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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.

My Retirement Savings

See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.

Estimate Your RMD

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

Annuity Comparison

Compare annuity options to see how each one could affect your long-term income outlook.

IRA Income

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

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Retirement and Quality of Life

Asking the right questions about how you can save money for retirement without sacrificing your quality of life.

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Want to do more with your wealth? You might want to consider creating a charitable foundation.

The Long Run: Women and Retirement

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Should You Tap Retirement Savings to Fund College?

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How to Retire Early

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Retirement Plan Detectives

Watch this fun video for tips on how to search for missing money.