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Clear answers to the retirement questions that matter most

Explore practical insights to help you protect your savings, plan your income, and feel more prepared for what’s ahead. Choose a guide, tell us where to send it, and start reading.

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Milestone Planning

Why 59½ is an Important Age

59½ is generally when penalty-free withdrawals from most retirement accounts become available. See the 2026 contribution limits, how fees and IRA rollovers fit in, when claiming Social Security may make sense, and how to turn savings into income.

Complimentary  |  16 pages

Pension Decisions

Pensions, Buyouts, & Retirement Income

Lump sum or monthly payments? Lifetime or defined-period income? Walk through the choices that shape your pension benefits, from evaluating a buyout offer to turning a lump sum into lifetime income and planning for inflation.

Complimentary  |  17 pages

Retirement Accounts

The True Cost of Hidden 401(k) Fees

Fees that look small can compound into a meaningful gap in your retirement savings. Learn where 401(k) fees come from, how to find out what you are paying, and what to weigh before deciding what to do with an old 401(k).

Complimentary  |  12 pages

Planning for Women

The Women’s Guide to Retirement Planning

Longer life expectancy, career breaks, and life changes like divorce or widowhood can shape retirement differently for women. Explore Social Security spousal benefits, income planning, healthcare, long-term care, and estate planning through that lens.

Complimentary  |  20 pages

These guides are provided for general educational purposes only and are not intended as specific financial, tax, or legal advice. Before making decisions about your personal financial situation, consult a financial or tax professional about your individual circumstances and objectives.

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