Achieving retirement balance

It's about time. As you get closer to retirement, it can be daunting to find a balance between living well today and saving enough for a comfortable tomorrow. We can help you make the most of the time you have left to build your savings—and of the years you’ll spend enjoying them.

Get inspired to make it happen

Learn the five steps to retirement planning that you should consider taking now.

Use the retirement planner at myplan.johnhancock.com to personalize your plan for retirement.

Find tips and tools below to help you strike the right balance for better financial health.

Retirement strategy
Personal finances
Health and lifestyle
Worksheets and resources
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Retirement strategy

Explore approaches to saving and investing for retirement income.

Women’s retirement planning: invest in your future self

Women face unique challenges compared to men when planning for income in retirement.

Learn four factors you should consider

Help keep your goals in sight with a diversified retirement account

How to strike an appropriate balance between growth potential and preserving your savings.

See how diversifying can help keep you on track

Counting down to retirement

NEW Top strategies for handling debt in your 50s NEW See ways to curb volatility worries NEW Download our interactive Social Security brochure Learn how to use time to your advantage

Investment strategies

NEW Learn how diversifying can help keep you on track Read about getting your portfolio retirement ready Start creating your portfolio of retirement pursuits

Planning for retirement income

NEW See why it might make sense to retire after 65 Read about options for creating retirement income Learn how to take out your money in retirement

Personal finances

Learn about Social Security, the cost of retirement, and other key factors that can affect your financial wellness today and tomorrow.

What impact will Social Security have on your income?

When it comes to Social Security, it's smart to know what's coming. Here are some details on how benefits are determined and guidelines for choosing your payout option.

Learn more about Social Security

The potential pros and cons of downsizing

While the idea of a smaller retirement home can be appealing, there are factors to consider.

Look at downsizing from both sides

Retirement expenses

NEW Consider the pros and cons of downsizing your home Read about retirement income planning by focusing on real expenses Learn how various types of retirement income are taxed

Personalized planning

Learn how to use the retirement planner to personalize your goals Download the retirement planner companion worksheet See how location and other lifestyle factors can help refine your retirement planning

Health and lifestyle

Gain insight on Medicare decisions, maintaining good health, connecting socially, and how to live a long and rewarding life.

How to take control of stress so it doesn't control you

Mindfulness can get you through today's stressful moments and help lay the groundwork for a more balanced retirement. Here are some tips for getting started.

Get better at handling stress