Retirement | John Tauer

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.

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How does your ideal retirement differ from reality, and what can we do to better align the two?

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

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

Simple 401k

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

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

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The simplest ideas can sometimes make a massive difference over time. Enjoy this brief video to learn more.