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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RE: Retirement
How does your ideal retirement differ from reality, and what can we do to better align the two?
What's New for Social Security?
There have been a number of changes to Social Security that may affect you, especially if you are nearing retirement.
Retirement Redefined
Around the country, attitudes about retirement are shifting.
Buying a Vacation Home? 5 Questions to Consider First
You may be considering purchasing a vacation property, this can be an exciting milestone, but there are a few things to consider first.
Navigating the Risks of Retiring in a Bear Market
A bear market can hurt more when you’re early in retirement. Here’s what you can do about it.
Ten Financial Resolutions for Young Adults
Now that you’re out of your parents’ house and on your own, here’s how to build a solid financial footing for yourself.
2026 Planning Outlook
In our final installment of the 2026 Outlook series, Baird’s Wealth Planning experts share opportunities for the year ahead.
Who Is Your Trusted Contact?
This investment account question is vital and answered as early as possible.
Money that Buys Good Health is Never Ill Spent
It's important to make sure your retirement strategy anticipates health-care expenses.
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Perception vs. Reality
There’s an alarming difference between perception and reality for current and future retirees.
Retirement and Quality of Life
Asking the right questions about how you can save money for retirement without sacrificing your quality of life.
Rightsizing for Retirement
What does your home really cost?
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?
The Long Run: Women and Retirement
For women, retirement strategy is a long race. It’s helpful to know the route.
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