Planning for Retirement

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Free Online Course: Planning for Retirement provided by LinkedIn Learning is a comprehensive online course, which lasts for 1-2 hours worth of material. The course is taught in English and is free of charge. Upon completion of the course, you can receive an e-certificate from LinkedIn Learning. Planning for Retirement is taught by Natalie Taylor and Madecraft.

Overview
  • Learn what you need to know to prepare adequately for retirement.

Syllabus
  • Introduction

    • Maximizing your retirement
    1. Are You Ready to Save for Retirement?
    • Checklist before saving
    • Balancing saving with other goals
    • What does retirement look like?
    2. Retirement Accounts
    • 401(k) vs. IRA for retirement
    • Roth vs. traditional savings accounts
    • Self-employed retirement accounts
    3. How Much to Save for Retirement
    • The power of micro goals
    • How much to save for retirement
    • Are you on track for retirement?
    4. Investing for Retirement
    • Investing basics: Stocks vs. bonds
    • Mutual funds and diversification
    • Target-date mutual funds
    5. Getting Your Money Before Retirement
    • Rolling over retirement accounts
    • Early loans and withdrawals
    6. Retirement Income
    • Retirement account withdrawal rate
    • Will you get Social Security?
    • How do pensions work?
    Conclusion
    • Start considering retirement