Retirement
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.
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?
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The Power of Tax-Deferred Growth
Why are 401(k) plans, annuities, and IRAs so popular?
Traditional vs. Roth IRA
One or the other? Perhaps both traditional and Roth IRAs can play a part in your retirement plans.
Leaving Your Lasting Legacy
Want to do more with your wealth? You might want to consider creating a charitable foundation.
Retirement Traps to Avoid
Beware of these traps that could upend your retirement.
Navigating the Social Security Landscape
In our February 2024 Wealth Strategies webinar, Baird’s experts explain the basics of Social Security planning.
5 Employment Benefits You Might Be Overlooking
While an office ping-pong table would be nice, your more traditional employment perks might offer more than you realize.
Volunteering in Retirement
For many, retirement includes contributing their time and talents to an organization in need.
Rethinking Retirement
Your lifestyle will almost certainly change when you enter retirement – so should how you think about money.
Saving Early & Letting Time Work For You
The earlier you start pursuing financial goals, the better your outcome may be.
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My Retirement Savings
See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.
Emergency Fund Calculator
Find out how large your emergency fund should be based on your monthly expenses.
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How to Retire Early
Retiring early sounds like a dream come true, but it’s important to take a look at the cold, hard facts.
Tuning Your Social Security Benefit
When should you take your Social Security benefit?
Encore Careers: Push Your Boundaries
Ready for retirement? Find out why many are considering encore careers and push your boundaries into something more, here.
Dreaming Up an Active Retirement
When you retire, how will you treat your next chapter?
A Fruitful Retirement: Social Security Benefit
Taking your Social Security benefits at the right time may help maximize your benefit.
Risk Tolerance: What’s Your Style?
Learn about what risk tolerance really means in this helpful and insightful video.
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