Financial tips and guides for living well

Planning for unexpected retirement costs

Calculating spending in retirement involves several factors, including looking at current expenses, expected lifestyle changes, inflation, healthcare costs, and potential sources of income.
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The FIRE movement and annuities

There’s a concept known as the Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE) movement, which encourages certain saving and planning strategies to help make early retirement a reality.
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Your common Social Security questions answered

By planning and considering different options, retirees can help set themselves up for success during their golden years.
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Financial literacy tips for college students

Managing finances and expanding money knowledge is important for college students.
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Smart savings ideas for empty nesters

While this transition can be bittersweet, many personal and financial opportunities can arise from an empty nest.
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Rebuilding your emergency fund after you've used it

Tips for rebuilding this important financial safety net and tracking spending going forward.
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Reaching work-life balance before retirement

Tips for bringing more balance to your personal and professional life and preparing for a happier retirement.
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How to assess your risk tolerance

When it comes to finances, understanding personal risk tolerance can help you choose the solutions and investments that align with your priorities and financial goals.
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How to choose an index crediting strategy

Looking to find the right mix of growth potential and protection for their retirement assets, many people choose to add a fixed index annuity (FIA) to their overall portfolio.
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Five unexpected ways to use an annuity

Whether you want to access your savings before retirement or no longer need supplemental income as a retiree, here’s a look at five surprising uses for an annuity.
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Preparing for retirement checklist

Feel more confident about achieving your goals for the future with a checklist for getting ready for retirement and how to shift to the next stage more successfully. 
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Financial tips for the sandwich generation

For many Americans in their 40s and 50s, along with raising children or supporting an adult child, they are also caring for aging parents.
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