At some point, lots of retirees find it’s time to supplement Social Security (and maybe a pension) with personal savings. Yet, deciding exactly how to convert savings into regular income streams may pose a bit of a problem. Here’s why:
- You may be drawing retirement income for decades.
- Income needs may grow over time.
- You and your spouse may have many savings accounts to juggle.
- Many and varied rules apply to how and when you can access your retirement savings.
- Tax and investment implications must be weighed.
- It’s easy to spend too much in early years and shortchange yourself later on.
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