The Retirement Route Blog

Helping you turn retirement uncertainty into clarity, confidence and peace of mind.

What Tax Questions Should Retirees and Pre-Retirees Ask Before the End of 2026?


Retirees and pre-retirees may want to review their taxable income, retirement-account withdrawals, Roth conversion opportunities, investment gains and losses, Social Security taxation, Medicare implications and future required minimum…

What Are the Biggest Retirement Challenges Women Face?


The three biggest retirement challenges women often face are the long-term effects of pay gaps, time away from the workforce for caregiving and a longer life expectancy. Together,…

Is Your Investment Portfolio Still Aligned With Your Retirement?


As summer begins to wind down, many people use the change of season to revisit unfinished projects and prepare for the months ahead. Your investment portfolio may deserve…

The Five Critical Areas That Shape a Successful Retirement Strategy


Retirement planning has traditionally been measured by a single question: “Have I saved enough?” While reaching a retirement savings goal is certainly important, it’s only one part of…