Retirement
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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Perception vs. Reality
There’s an alarming difference between perception and reality for current and future retirees.
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.
Leaving Your Lasting Legacy
Want to do more with your wealth? You might want to consider creating a charitable foundation.
Women on the Rise
Explore the growing influence women wield over the economy with this handy infographic.
Navigating the Social Security Landscape
In our February 2024 Wealth Strategies webinar, Baird’s experts explain the basics of Social Security planning.
What Medicare Doesn't Cover
Hearing aids and prescription drugs are just some examples of what Medicare doesn’t cover. Learn about some alternatives.
The New Retirement Risk: Outliving Your Portfolio
Longer lifespans are reshaping retirement planning horizons – will your wealth keep pace?
Protecting the Nest Egg After You're on Your Own
How divorce or the death of a spouse affects a woman’s 401(k), Social Security, and other sources of retirement income.
2026 Planning Outlook
In our final installment of the 2026 Outlook series, Baird’s Wealth Planning experts share opportunities for the year ahead.
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Emergency Fund Calculator
Find out how large your emergency fund should be based on your monthly expenses.
My Retirement Savings
See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.
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Rightsizing for Retirement
What does your home really cost?
How to Bake a Pie-R-A
Roth IRAs are tax-advantaged differently from traditional IRAs. Do you know how?
The Long Run: Women and Retirement
For women, retirement strategy is a long race. It’s helpful to know the route.
Encore Careers: Push Your Boundaries
Ready for retirement? Find out why many are considering encore careers and push your boundaries into something more, here.
Tuning Your Social Security Benefit
When should you take your Social Security benefit?
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?
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