Retirement | Brandon S. Atkinson, ChFC, LUTCF

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.

Social Security: By the Numbers

Here are five facts about Social Security that might surprise you.

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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?

Retirement Plan Choices for Small Businesses

Retirement choices can feel intimidating. Choosing the right strategy can make all the difference.

Retirement Accounts When You Change Your Job

This video explores what to do with retirement accounts when you move on from your job.

Who Is Your Trusted Contact?

This investment account question is vital and answered as early as possible.

Conquering Retirement Challenges for Women

Looking ahead can help you conquer these unique obstacles.

Choices for Your 401(k) at a Former Employer

Individuals have four basic choices with the 401(k) account they accrued at a previous employer.

Retirement Plan Choices for Small Businesses

Retirement choices can feel intimidating. Choosing the right strategy can make all the difference.

Deciding When to Take Social Security

One of the most common questions people ask about Social Security is when they should start taking benefits.

First Year of Retirement: What to Expect

Understand the key financial and lifestyle shifts that happen in your first year of retirement.

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Assess Your Life Insurance Needs

Estimate how much life insurance coverage may be appropriate for your situation.

Annuity Comparison

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

Inflation & Retirement

See how inflation over time could affect the purchasing power of your retirement income.

Estimate Your RMD

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

My Retirement Savings

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

Simple 401k

See how increasing your 401(k) contributions today could affect your balance at retirement.

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Should You Tap Retirement Savings to Fund College?

There are three things to consider before dipping into retirement savings to pay for college.