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.

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The Long Run: Women and Retirement

For women, retirement strategy is a long race. It’s helpful to know the route.

Encore Careers: Push Your Boundaries

Ready for retirement? Find out why many are considering encore careers and push your boundaries into something more, here.

FIRE Retirement

This short, informative article teaches the basics of the FIRE movement.

The Power of Tax-Deferred Growth

Why are 401(k) plans, annuities, and IRAs so popular?

• Articles

  Pay to Play: Planning for Your Child’s Activities

  Make sure your budget is in line with your – and your child’s – expectations and level of interest.

  Make the Most of Your Required Minimum Distributions

  RMDs can be a vital source of income in your later years. Here are key questions to help you get the most out of your assets.

  Understanding Your Benefits: Planning for Service Members

  Service members who reach their ETS date or retire from the U.S. military are eligible for a host of financial benefits.

  Retirement Plan Choices for Small Businesses

  Retirement choices can feel intimidating. Choosing the right strategy can make all the difference.

  9 Facts About Social Security

  There are things about Social Security that might surprise you.

  2026 Planning Outlook

  In our final installment of the 2026 Outlook series, Baird’s Wealth Planning experts share opportunities for the year ahead.

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• Calculators

  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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• Videos

  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.

  Perception vs. Reality

  There’s an alarming difference between perception and reality for current and future retirees.

  Risk Tolerance: What’s Your Style?

  Learn about what risk tolerance really means in this helpful and insightful video.

  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?

  Retirement Redefined

  Around the country, attitudes about retirement are shifting.

  Preparation is the Key to Retirement

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

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