Retirement
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.
The Long Run: Women and Retirement
For women, retirement strategy is a long race. It’s helpful to know the route.
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What You Need to Know About Social Security
Every so often, you'll hear about Social Security benefits running out. But is there truth to the fears, or is it all hype?
Unpacking Annuities
While issued by insurers, annuities work differently from traditional life insurance and many retirement savings tools.
Rightsizing for Retirement
What does your home really cost?
"Are We Going to Be Okay?"
Mike Antonelli and John Taft discuss one of Baird’s key priorities – providing financial contentment in their clients’ lives.
What Medicare Doesn't Cover
Hearing aids and prescription drugs are just some examples of what Medicare doesn’t cover. Learn about some alternatives.
A Lesson From My Youth
Life isn’t experienced on a balance sheet – it’s about experiencing what the world has to offer.
Saving Early & Letting Time Work For You
The earlier you start pursuing financial goals, the better your outcome may be.
5 Employment Benefits You Might Be Overlooking
While an office ping-pong table would be nice, your more traditional employment perks might offer more than you realize.
Important Birthdays Over 50
Here's a look at several birthdays and “half-birthdays” that have implications regarding your retirement income.
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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.
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Dreaming Up an Active Retirement
When you retire, how will you treat your next chapter?
A Fruitful Retirement: Social Security Benefit
Taking your Social Security benefits at the right time may help maximize your benefit.
Retirement and Quality of Life
Asking the right questions about how you can save money for retirement without sacrificing your quality of life.
Rightsizing for Retirement
What does your home really cost?
Perception vs. Reality
There’s an alarming difference between perception and reality for current and future retirees.
Tuning Your Social Security Benefit
When should you take your Social Security benefit?
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