Worried About Your Retirement Income? Four Questions to Ask Yourself, From a Financial Planner

An older man looks up toward a sticky note stuck to his forehead.

The past few months have been nerve-racking for investors, and while the impacts of a volatile stock market are far-ranging, those who are retired or nearing retirement are feeling it more than most.

The markets might look pretty good at the moment, but things could change in a heartbeat, which can make anyone feel uneasy. Despite that feeling, it's important to resist the urge to make any knee-jerk reactions.