Topic: Retirement Planning

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

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Choosing Between Roth and Traditional 401(k) Contributions

School of Saving and Investing

Designated Roth accounts are a popular choice for savers with 401(k) plans, but they aren’t right for every situation.

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How Are Social Security Benefits Calculated?

School of Social Security & Medicare

Calculating Social Security benefits is complex, but understanding the process is key to forecasting retirement income.

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Do You Have Too Many Retirement Accounts? A Case Study

School of Saving and Investing

A couple came to Meld with nearly 20 retirement accounts. We created a unified plan that provided simplicity and peace of mind.

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Should You Rollover Your 401(k) At Retirement?

School of Saving and Investing

At retirement, you’ll need to decide whether to keep your savings in your 401(k) or roll them into an Individual Retirement Account.

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How Medicare Impacts HSA Contributions

School of Social Security & Medicare

Health Savings Accounts can be vital during retirement, but there are important contribution limitations for those covered by Medicare.

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Are You Retirement Ready? A Case Study

School of Saving and Investing

A client believed she wasn’t financially ready to retire but a second opinion from Meld helped her enter retirement confidently.

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Are You Entitled to Social Security Survivor Benefits? A Case Study

School of Social Security & Medicare

A client was told he didn’t qualify for Social Security Survivor Benefits. A second opinion from Meld helped him get what he was owed.

A retiree selecting a health insurance plan represented by a button with a medical cross surrounded by other healthcare icons.
Health Insurance for Early Retirees

School of Social Security & Medicare

Health insurance is one common barrier to early retirement. Fortunately, you have options to bridge the gap until Medicare begins.

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Financial Checklist for Surviving Spouses

School of Financial Wellness

This simple checklist will help you keep track of the most important financial tasks you need to accomplish after losing a spouse.