Retirement: Help with savings, planning, and income

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We're working on updates that will reflect changes made by the CARES Act. In the meantime, some of the details on this page may need to change due to the passage of the CARES Act. The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act was passed into law on March 27, 2020 and includes flexibility for retirement savers including temporary waivers for RMDs, waivers of early withdrawal penalties, and relief for plan sponsors.

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Retirement

Social Security will be an important part of your retirement plan. Our new features explain everything you need to know, including how to maximize your Social Security benefits.

Ages 20–49: Saving

Commit to the future you deserve.

Learn the basics of saving for retirement

Prioritize your savings goals

Learn about IRAs

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Ages 50–64: Getting ready

Prepare for the adventure of a lifetime.

Learn the basics of planning for retirement

Tool: Will I have enough to retire?

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Ages 65+: Living it

Make your hard-earned savings last.

Learn the basics of managing your money in retirement

Tool: How long will my savings last?

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