Retirement | Burgdorf and Associates Wealth Managers Inc.

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.

18 Years’ Worth of Days

The average retirement lasts for 18 years, with many lasting even longer. Will you fill your post-retirement days with purpose?

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The Power of Tax-Deferred Growth

Why are 401(k) plans, annuities, and IRAs so popular?

5 Benefits of Working in Retirement

Here are 5 reason why you may consider working through retirement.

RE: Retirement

How does your ideal retirement differ from reality, and what can we do to better align the two?

Catch-Up Contributions

Workers 50+ may make contributions to their qualified retirement plans above the limits imposed on younger workers.

Women and Financial Strategies

Most women don’t shy away from the day-to-day financial decisions, but some may be leaving their future to chance.

A Meal for All Generations

When it comes to generational differences, knowing the facts can be difficult.

Inflation - Back to the Future

Even low inflation rates over an extended period of time can impact your finances in retirement.

9 Facts About Retirement

Regardless of how you approach retirement, there are some things about it that might surprise you.

Volunteering in Retirement

For many, retirement includes contributing their time and talents to an organization in need.

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Potential Income from an IRA

Estimate your monthly and annual income from various IRA types.

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

This calculator compares employee contributions to a Roth 401(k) and a traditional 401(k).

Estimate Your RMD

Help determine the required minimum distribution from an IRA or other qualified retirement plan.

A Look at Systematic Withdrawals

This calculator may help you estimate how long funds may last given regular withdrawals.

Self-Employed Retirement Plans

Estimate the maximum contribution amount for a Self-Employed 401(k), SIMPLE IRA, or SEP.

My Retirement Savings

Estimate how long your retirement savings may last using various monthly cash flow rates.

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Questions to Consider When Buying a Vacation Home

Doing your research is key before buying a vacation home.

Retiring in a Post-Pandemic World

Imagine your ideal post-pandemic retirement with this animated video.

Social Security: By the Numbers

Here are five facts about Social Security that might surprise you.

Don't Buy The Hype

There are a lot of misconceptions about Social Security. Here’s the truth about three of them.