Retirement | Legacy Financial Services

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.

Leaving Your Lasting Legacy

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

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Top 5 Things to Tell Your Financial Pro

Here are the top 5 things your team may want to hear.

Understanding Social Security: 5 Common Myths Explained

Have questions about Social Security? Explore five common myths to better understand your benefits and options.

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?

Introducing the 530A Accounts

An article explaining 530A Accounts.

Eight Mistakes That Can Upend Your Retirement

There are common mistakes you can avoid when saving for retirement.

Smart Retirement Habits for Retirement Success and Security

Build financial confidence and a fulfilling, secure retirement with habits that help protect your wealth and lifestyle.

A Meal for All Generations

When it comes to generational differences, knowing the facts can be difficult.

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.

IRA Withdrawals that Escape the 10% Tax Penalty

The list of IRA withdrawals that may be taken without incurring a 10% early penalty has grown.

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Emergency Fund Calculator

Find out how large your emergency fund should be based on your monthly expenses.

Annuity Comparison

Compare annuity options to see how each one could affect your long-term income outlook.

My Retirement Savings

See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.

What Rate Would I Need to Earn on My Savings?

Work backwards from your savings goal to find the rate of return you'd need to get there.

How Much Do I Need To Retire?

How much is enough to retire? It depends on your lifestyle, timeline, and more. Use this calculator to get a personalized est

IRA Income

Estimate the potential monthly income your IRA balance could generate in retirement.

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Retirement Accounts When You Change Your Job

This video explores what to do with retirement accounts when you move on from your job.

Dreaming Up an Active Retirement

When you retire, how will you treat your next chapter?

A Bucket Plan to Go with Your Bucket List

A bucket plan can help you be better prepared for a comfortable retirement.

How to Bake a Pie-R-A

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

RE: Retirement

How does your ideal retirement differ from reality, and what can we do to better align the two?

Timing Your Retirement

This short video illustrates the importance of understanding sequence of returns risk.