Retirement | At Aspen

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.

A Fruitful Retirement: Social Security Benefit

Taking your Social Security benefits at the right time may help maximize your benefit.

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Timing Your Retirement

This short video illustrates the importance of understanding sequence of returns risk.

Healthcare Costs in Retirement

Without a solid approach, healthcare expenses may add up quickly and potentially alter your spending.

The Long Run: Women and Retirement

For women, retirement strategy is a long race. It’s helpful to know the route.

What to Expect in Your First Year of Retirement

A visual comparison showing how daily life, income, and routines often shift during the first year of retirement.

Caring for Aging Parents

As our nation ages, many Americans are turning their attention to caring for aging parents.

The Cost of Procrastination

Don't let procrastination keep you from pursuing your financial dreams and goals.

Traditional vs. Roth IRA

One or the other? Perhaps both traditional and Roth IRAs can play a part in your retirement plans.

How the SECURE Act 2.0 Changed RMDs

Understand how SECURE Act 2.0 affects RMDs and how using a QCD can possibly benefit both taxes and charitable goals.

Your Social Security Roadmap

Help clients navigate their Social Security claiming decisions with our interactive roadmap.

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My Retirement Savings

See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.

Emergency Fund Calculator

Find out how large your emergency fund should be based on your monthly expenses.

Estimate Your RMD

Calculate your required minimum distribution amount based on your account balance and age.

Inflation & Retirement

See how inflation over time could affect the purchasing power of your retirement income.

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

Compare Roth and traditional 401(k) options to see which may work better for your situation.

The Power of 401k Catch-Ups

See how catch-up contributions after age 50 could significantly boost your retirement balance.

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Retirement Redefined

Around the country, attitudes about retirement are shifting.

Dreaming Up an Active Retirement

When you retire, how will you treat your next chapter?

Rightsizing for Retirement

What does your home really cost?

Timing Your Retirement

This short video illustrates the importance of understanding sequence of returns risk.

Retiring the 4% Rule

A portfolio created with your long-term objectives in mind is crucial as you pursue your dream retirement.

The Long Run: Women and Retirement

For women, retirement strategy is a long race. It’s helpful to know the route.