Insights & Education

Chart a course for action

Resources to help plan a path toward financial security.

Turn retirement savings into a lifetime income stream

The transition to retirement marks a pivotal shift for clients: turning accumulated retirement savings into a steady, reliable lifetime stream of income. It won’t happen by chance, though. Getting there requires an understanding of current savings, how to continue to grow them, and options for converting retirement savings into lasting income

Tax questions to ask as you think about where to retire

Searching for a place to live in retirement can be a big decision for clients, one that requires an understanding of state tax implications. Looking closely at federal, state and local tax policies can provide them with a clearer picture of how far their money will go in retirement and may help steer them where to reside.

Retired women share three lessons for financial success

Annuities are designed to help meet America’s expanding retirement needs. But did you know that annuities can serve two different financial purposes