Retirement planning

3 online calculators to determine how your 401(k) contributions are adding up
Find out how well your 401(k) is working for you and what difference adjusting your contributions might make with a retirement calculator.

How to plan for retirement and your child's college education
With careful planning, it can be possible to help pay for college and still retire comfortably.

Annuity payment options
If you're considering an annuity, here's an outline of some of the different ways you can have it pay out.

Should life insurance be a part of your retirement strategy?
Do you still need life insurance once you achieve retirement? The answer depends on your overall financial picture and family circumstances.

Pension vs 401(k): what's the difference?
Pension plans, which are funded by your employer, are increasingly being replaced by 401(k) plans, which are employee-funded. Learn how these plans work and what they mean for your retirement.

Financial considerations for seniors
Is your financial situation still working for you as your get older? What about for your aging parents or grandparents? Here are three things to keep in mind as you and your loved ones get older.

What is a fixed annuity?
Annuities are relatively common as part of some long-term retirement portfolio, but can be a bit confusing to understand.
