Topic: Retirement Planning

The pages and articles you find here pertain to planning a successful retirement.

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Combining 401k and IRA Accounts to Maximize Your Retirement Savings

School of Saving and Investing

A unified retirement saving strategy that includes both 401(k) and IRA contributions can maximize accessibility and growth.

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Retirement Planning: How To Prepare for Lifestyle Shifts

School of Financial Wellness

A successful retirement transition requires more than money. You also need to navigate lifestyle shifts and emotional hurdles.

Meld Financial Key Financial Data 2025
Key Financial Data 2025

School of Financial Wellness

Download our 2025 financial data guide which includes information on taxes, retirement plans, Social Security, Medicare, and more.

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Key SECURE Act 2.0 Changes Employers Must Implement by 2026

School of Employer Plans

Sponsors of employer retirement plans must implement these key changes in 2025 and 2026 to comply with the SECURE Act 2.0.

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Navigating Medicare: What Do the Different Parts Cover?

School of Social Security & Medicare

This guide explores the different parts of Medicare, what they cover, and how they work together to support your healthcare.

Blocks spelling “RMD” with money and a calculator in the background representing required minimum distributions from inherited IRAs
How The SECURE Act Changed Inherited IRA Rules

School of Saving and Investing

The SECURE Act changed the rules surrounding inherited IRAs and when beneficiaries must take distributions from the account.

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Working Part Time in Retirement: Benefits and Considerations

School of Financial Wellness

Consider these financial, emotional, and social implications before deciding to pursue part-time work during retirement.

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How Does Debt Affect Your Retirement Plan?

School of Financial Wellness

Debt can help you afford assets to create a successful financial future, or it can be the factor that derails your retirement plan.

Different sized homes
Downsizing Your Home for Retirement: Is It Worth It?

School of Financial Wellness

Conventional wisdom suggests downsizing your home when you retire, but this strategy could come with unexpected costs today.