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RETIREMENT PLAN INVESTOR

Use your plan ID (available on your account statement) to determine which employer-sponsored retirement plan website to use:

IF YOUR PLAN ID BEGINS WITH IRK, BRK, 754, 1 OR 2

Visit americanfunds.com/retire

IF YOUR PLAN ID BEGINS WITH 34 OR 135

Visit myretirement.americanfunds.com

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Approaching retirement

Getting ready to leave the workforce? Learn what you should consider as you transition to retirement.

What you need to know


  • Preparing to retire

    Retirement may last almost as long as your working career. As your retirement nears, you’ll face important decisions about how to make your money last.

  • Working in retirement

    Working after you retire has benefits and consequences. Find out what they are for you — and your retirement account.

  • Taking distributions

    Learn how to stretch your retirement plan savings.

  • Understanding risk

    Finding the right balance of investment risk and reward is essential to helping you meet long-term goals. Learn how to get comfortable with these elements of investing.

  • Rollovers

    Leaving a job is a big change in your life. There are plenty of decisions to make, including what to do with your retirement plan assets. Carefully compare all your options to make the best choice for you.

Plan Your Strategy

Asset allocation models

Build your retirement savings strategy using our sample portfolios as a guide.

Find Your Target Date Fund

See how a target date fund can serve as a complete portfolio that fits your timeline.

Another plan option: Roth 401(k)/403(b)

Does your retirement plan accept Roth contributions? Learn more about the Roth option.


Spend it or save it calculator

See the long-term difference between taking a cash distribution or rolling it over into a new plan or IRA.

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