Retirement | Don Roork

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.

Retirement Plan Detectives

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

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Rightsizing for Retirement

What does your home really cost?

Three Key Questions to Answer Before Taking Social Security

When to start? Should I continue to work? How can I maximize my benefit?

Working With A Financial Professional

A financial professional is an invaluable resource to help you untangle the complexities of whatever life throws at you.

Traditional vs. Roth IRA

One or the other? Perhaps both traditional and Roth IRAs can play a part in your retirement plans.

How the SECURE Act 2.0 Changed RMDs

Understand how SECURE Act 2.0 affects RMDs and how using a QCD can possibly benefit both taxes and charitable goals.

The Cost of Procrastination

Don't let procrastination keep you from pursuing your financial dreams and goals.

Exploring Retirement Plans for Small Businesses

Help small businesses make better retirement decisions for employees with this eye-catching and informative infographic.

What's New for Social Security?

There have been a number of changes to Social Security that may affect you, especially if you are nearing retirement.

Systematic Withdrawals in Retirement

Taking regular, periodic withdrawals during retirement can be quite problematic.

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Emergency Fund Calculator

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

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

Simple 401k

See how increasing your 401(k) contributions today could affect your balance at retirement.

The Power of 401k Catch-Ups

See how catch-up contributions after age 50 could significantly boost your retirement balance.

My Retirement Savings

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

Roth 401(k) vs. Traditional 401(k)

Compare Roth and traditional 401(k) options to see which may work better for your situation.

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Top 5 Things to Tell Your Financial Pro

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

Tuning Your Social Security Benefit

When should you take your Social Security benefit?

Retirement Redefined

Around the country, attitudes about retirement are shifting.

Retirement and Quality of Life

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

Dreaming Up an Active Retirement

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

Leaving Your Lasting Legacy

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