08/19/2026
People often evaluate an investment strategy by looking at average returns. In retirement, there can be more to the story.
Two retirees may experience the same average return and still have very different outcomes.
That's one reason retirement planning requires more than a long-term return target. Decisions around income, withdrawals, and flexibility can all play an important role over time.
Retirement planning is an ongoing process of balancing today's income needs with tomorrow's opportunities and uncertainties.