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Retirement Planning

A comfortable retirement does not happen by accident — it requires careful planning that starts decades before you leave the workforce. Our retirement planning guides help you navigate the most important decisions you will face, from maximizing your 401(k) employer match and choosing between a Roth IRA and Traditional IRA to understanding how Social Security benefits are calculated and when to claim them. Whether you are in your 30s just starting to think about retirement or approaching your target date, these articles provide clear, actionable strategies to help you build a retirement nest egg that supports the lifestyle you envision.

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401(k) Maximizing Guide

Strategies for maximizing your 401(k) contributions, getting the full employer match, and optimizing fund selection.

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Retirement Planning in Your 30s

A decade-by-decade approach to retirement planning with specific benchmarks and strategies for your 30s.

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Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

Comprehensive comparison of Roth and Traditional IRAs covering tax treatment, income limits, and withdrawal rules.

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Social Security Guide

Understanding Social Security benefits, how they are calculated, optimal claiming strategies, and spousal benefits.

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