How Much Do You Need to Retire?
The 4% rule suggests you need 25× your annual expenses saved to retire safely. Learn how to calculate your personal retirement number.
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The 4% rule suggests you need 25× your annual expenses saved to retire safely. Learn how to calculate your personal retirement number.
6 min readTraditional accounts offer tax deductions now; Roth accounts offer tax-free withdrawals in retirement. The right choice depends on your current vs. expected future tax rate.
7 min readThe IRS requires withdrawals from tax-deferred accounts starting at age 73. Learn how RMDs are calculated and how to minimize their tax impact.
5 min readClaiming Social Security at 62 reduces your benefit permanently. Waiting until 70 maximizes your monthly check. The break-even age is typically around 80.
6 min read| Name | Best For | Complexity | Key Feature |
|---|---|---|---|
| Retirement Savings | General retirement balance projection | Simple | Age-to-retirement growth chart |
| 401k / IRA | Tax-advantaged account planning | Moderate | Employer match + IRS limit warning |
| Nest Egg | Calculating retirement income needed | Advanced | Drawdown chart |
| RMD Estimator | Required withdrawal planning at 73+ | Moderate | 10-year RMD projection |
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