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A 5-step yearly financial checkup to help you retire
When’s the last time you looked at the details of your retirement savings accounts? A yearly account review helps keep everything from your address to balances and beneficiaries in order.

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Single and over 50? Here’s how to prepare for retirement.
The number of single Americans over age 50 is growing. And their retirement needs can differ compared to couples. Take a moment to read through eight essential considerations.

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4 steps to creating retirement income
When it’s time to retire, replacing your work paycheck with a retirement income paycheck requires careful planning. Here are four steps you can take to turn years of savings into income.

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How to max out your 401(k) and IRA retirement contributions
Just a 1% increase in your 401(k) contribution can make a big difference. Learn how making the most of your retirement plan now could help ensure your golden years are even more golden.

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3 steps to help create a retirement income plan
When you retire, your regular paycheck stops—but you’ll likely still need money coming in. Here are 3 steps to help you build a retirement income plan.

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Map out your retirement budget
Get started with our step-by-step guide, including a printable resource you can take to your financial professional.

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Funding your retirement: 5 things to know about variable annuities
An annuity can guarantee income for as long as you need it. Here are 6 things to know as you consider adding it to your retirement strategy.

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Retirement on your terms: Guaranteed income can help you do it
Guaranteed income can help you achieve your retirement dreams. Learn what it is, and what your options are for including it in your retirement saving strategy.

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Understanding Medicare and your coverage options
Medicare will help cover some of your healthcare costs in retirement, but choosing the right option can be difficult. Review the basics to find out which coverage option is right for you.

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Facing a retirement income shortfall? Here are some ideas.
If it looks like your sources of income in retirement might fall a little short, don’t panic. Here are some steps you can take today to help fill in your income gap.