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How to use your pension in a retirement income plan
As guaranteed retirement income, a pension is often used to help budget for fixed expenses such as a mortgage. What factors help you determine how to use a pension in your retirement income plan?
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What is a defined benefit plan and how does it work?
A defined benefit plan, also called a pension, is a workplace benefit that pays you a fixed amount regularly after retirement as long as you meet certain requirements.
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It’s open enrollment time: How to choose your benefits for next year
The end of the year gives you a chance to adjust contributions and coverage for a range of benefits, including insurance coverage, voluntary benefits, and savings accounts. It’s also a good time of year to check in on your retirement contributions.
Retirement planning for millennials: How to get started and make progress
There are hurdles for millennials to save for retirement, but there are also steps that can help ensure retirement savings for people in their 30s and 40s becomes a habit.
What is an HSA and what are the benefits of an HSA?
A health savings account (commonly called an HSA) offers tax benefits for today, and an opportunity to invest and grow your savings for the future. Here’s how it works.
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What are the options for your pension payout?
Comparing the choices for your defined benefit/pension payout may help you figure out how to reach your retirement goals.
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Lost your job? 7 steps to help secure your benefits and finances
Losing your job can be emotionally challenging. We’re here to guide you through the financial to-dos you can check off now to help set you up for a brighter future.
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Retirement date: Set! Here are 5 things to do before the big day.
Build your retirement budget, plan for retirement income, and more tips to help when you’re retiring from work.
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How (and when) to increase your 401(k) and IRA contributions
Just a 1% increase in your 401(k) contribution can make a big difference. Learn how making the most of your retirement plan now could help ensure your golden years are even more golden.
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Starting a new job? Do these 6 money musts first
When it comes time to change jobs, this financial checklist can help keep your money goals on track.