Retirement | GTE Investment Group

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.

Rightsizing for Retirement

What does your home really cost?

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How to Retire Early

Retiring early sounds like a dream come true, but it’s important to take a look at the cold, hard facts.

What's New for Social Security?

There have been a number of changes to Social Security that may affect you, especially if you are nearing retirement.

What You Need to Know About Social Security

Every so often, you'll hear about Social Security benefits running out. But is there truth to the fears, or is it all hype?

Planning for the Three Stages of Retirement

Did you know there are three stages to retirement? You should plan for certain changes in lifestyle and spending patterns.

Three Key Questions to Answer Before Taking Social Security

When to start? Should I continue to work? How can I maximize my benefit?

Understanding Qualified Charitable Distributions

Use this handy, informative article to help your clients understand Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs).

How to Keep Your Retirement Savings Working for You

Preservation is about function, not just figures. Plan for retirement amid economic uncertainty to limit stress.

Social Security Benefits: How Much Will I Receive

Calculating your potential Social Security benefit is a three-step process.

AI Tools Changing Retiree Entrepreneurship

The impact that Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools can have on retirees with a consulting or small business venture.

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Assess Your Life Insurance Needs

Estimate how much life insurance coverage may be appropriate for your situation.

Inflation & Retirement

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

Simple 401k

See how increasing your 401(k) contributions today could affect your balance at retirement.

How Much Do I Need To Retire?

How much is enough to retire? It depends on your lifestyle, timeline, and more. Use this calculator to get a personalized est

My Retirement Savings

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

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 Plan Detectives

Watch this fun video for tips on how to search for missing money.

Retirement Accounts When You Change Your Job

This video explores what to do with retirement accounts when you move on from your job.

RE: Retirement

How does your ideal retirement differ from reality, and what can we do to better align the two?

Timing Your Retirement

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

Retirement and Quality of Life

Asking the right questions about how you can save money for retirement without sacrificing your quality of life.

Perception vs. Reality

There’s an alarming difference between perception and reality for current and future retirees.