Retirement Income Planning 10 Questions to Ask Before You Retire

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What do I want to do in retirement? PLANNING TIP: Take the time now to think about how you want to spend your retirement. 1

When do I want to retire? PLANNING TIP: Choose short-, intermediate- or long-term investments to match your income needs Your time horizon is an important factor in determining what investments or strategies can be used to help achieve your retirement goals 2

How much will I need? One study estimates that the average retiree will need 15.7 times their final pay in total retirement resources* Assuming a paycheck of $100,000, they’ll need $1.57 million in retirement savings! PLANNING TIP: Use 70-80% of your current salary to estimate your annual income needs in retirement. 3 *Source: Hewitt Associates, May 3, 2010

Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, Consumer Expenditure Survey, October PLANNING TIP: Focus on investments that can help you generate more income in the early years of retirement When will I need the most income? 4 Overall retirement spending is highest early in retirement and declines with age! Average Annual Expenditures by Age

How long will my income last? 5 If you and your spouse are now age 65, there’s a: PLANNING TIP: To help ensure you won’t outlive your income, plan on a retirement lasting 30 years or more 50% chance that one of you will live to age 92 25% chance that one of you will live to age 97 Source: Society of Actuaries, Annuity 2000 Mortality Table

Do I have an income gap? Here’s how you can find out: 1.Estimate your retirement expenses 2.Calculate the income you expect from guaranteed sources like Social Security 3.Determine if you’re facing an income gap PLANNING TIP: Obtain Social Security estimates by using the Benefit Calculator on the Social Security website ( 6

Source: Dow Jones Industrial Average, daily closes, 1/2/ /31/2011 Stock Market Declines Since 1900 How can I lessen the impact of a down market on my income? PLANNING TIP: Use investments or strategies with “an income safety net” 7

Will my income keep up with inflation and taxes? PLANNING TIP: Capitalize on tax-advantaged products that can help you generate rising income in any market Real rates of return, Bonds and cash are unlikely to offer the growth potential necessary to achieve your retirement goals! Source: Ibbotson Associates, Stocks are represented by the S&P 500 Index; bonds by 20-Year U.S. Government Bonds; cash by 30-day U.S. Treasury Bills; and inflation by the Consumer Price Index. Stocks are often subject to significant price fluctuations and therefore an investor may have a gain or loss in principal when shares are sold. Government bonds and Treasury Bills are subject to interest rate risk but are backed by the full faith and credit of the U.S. government if held to maturity. The data assumes reinvestment of income and does not account for transaction costs. Federal income tax is calculated using the historical marginal and capital gains tax rates for a single taxpayer earning $100,000. No state income taxes are included. 8

When should I start taking Social Security payments? Taking benefits early at age 62 may reduce your initial payment by as much as 30% Deferring payments until after your Full Retirement Age (ages 65-67) can increase your benefits by up to 8% per year Source: Social Security Administration PLANNING TIP: Waiting can help maximize your retirement income 9

How can I guarantee more income for life? PLANNING TIP: Consider supplementing your guaranteed income with investments like variable annuities 10 Sources of Retirement Income Source: Income of the Aged Chartbook, Social Security Administration, April 2010

Creating your Personal Income Plan CDs/Treasuries Bonds Dividend-paying stocks Fixed annuities Immediate annuities Variable annuities Mutual funds Systematic withdrawals Income buckets Delaying Social Security Post-retirement job There are many income investments and strategies to consider:

We’ve highlighted a few of these investments here…

Bonds Income Benefits Predictable income Opportunity for fixed rate of return Potential income protection Potential tax advantages Potential Disadvantages Low current yields Income sensitive to interest rate changes, as well as credit, default and other risks Income may not keep up with inflation and taxes

Dividend-Paying Stocks Income Benefits Dividend income Growth potential Qualified dividends may be taxed at a lower rate Potential Disadvantages Income and principal sensitive to market risk Dividend income may be reduced or eliminated in tough economic times

Mutual Funds Income Benefits Broad diversification Professional management Potentially better cash flow Opportunity for more income and growth potential Potential Disadvantages Same risks as those of the underlying assets Unlike individual bonds, bond funds don’t have a fixed yield or a contractual obligation to repay principal

Variable Annuities with an optional income benefit Income Benefits Tax deferral Income flexibility Guaranteed lifetime income through annuitization or optional benefits Some optional benefits guarantee rising income for a certain number of years Potential Disadvantages Income may be guaranteed, but principal continues to fluctuate with the market Potentially higher fees and charges Withdrawal charges Possible loss of investment control and access upon annuitization

Systematic Withdrawals Income Benefits Make withdrawals based on strategy, not emotion Generate income that has the potential to outpace inflation Provide a level of income that can help maintain your retirement lifestyle Potential Disadvantages Fluctuating income You may need to take less income to help ensure your assets are not depleted

Which income investments or strategies are best for you? We’ll work together to come up with an income plan that’s personalized for you.

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