Retirement | Darrin Rudolph

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.

Perception vs. Reality

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

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Retirement Redefined

Around the country, attitudes about retirement are shifting.

All That Matters: A Holiday Special

Mike and Ross dig into the markets and give their hot takes on the best and worst of holiday dishes along the way.

Rightsizing for Retirement

What does your home really cost?

Five Tips for Women Relaunching Their Career

Baird Women Advisors offers five tips for women jumping back into the workforce.

Three Alternatives to a Traditional Retirement

With a careful plan in place, retirement can look however you want it to. Here’s 3 alternatives to a traditional retirement.

All That Matters: Elections and Your Money

Mike and Ross explain the Big Mistake, and how to avoid it.

Financial Strategies for Women

Some may leave their future to chance but in the world of finance, the effects of the "confidence gap" can be apparent.

IRA Withdrawals: Timing Is Everything

What to consider before taking a withdrawal from your IRA.

Retirement Plan Choices for Small Businesses

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

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How to Bake a Pie-R-A

Roth IRAs are tax-advantaged differently from traditional IRAs. Do you know how?

Encore Careers: Push Your Boundaries

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

Leaving Your Lasting Legacy

Want to do more with your wealth? You might want to consider creating a charitable foundation.

Retirement Plan Detectives

Watch this fun video for tips on how to search for missing money.

Preparation is the Key to Retirement

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

The Power of Tax-Deferred Growth

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

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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.

Social Security: Five Facts You Need to Know

Here are five facts about Social Security that are important to keep in mind.

Why Do Renters Have to Save More?

How much more would retirement cost if you owned your home rather than rented? It could actually be several times less.

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.

Three Alternatives to a Traditional Retirement

With a careful plan in place, retirement can look however you want it to. Here’s 3 alternatives to a traditional retirement.

New Retirement Contribution Limits for 2026

A look at the new retirement contribution limits from the IRS.

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Videos

Retiring the 4% Rule

A portfolio created with your long-term objectives in mind is crucial as you pursue your dream retirement.

Encore Careers: Push Your Boundaries

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

Retirement and Quality of Life

Asking the right questions about how you can save money for retirement without sacrificing your quality of life.

Retirement Redefined

Around the country, attitudes about retirement are shifting.

Retirement Plan Detectives

Watch this fun video for tips on how to search for missing money.

Tuning Your Social Security Benefit

When should you take your Social Security benefit?

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