Retirement can be the most wonderful time of your life, truly the golden years. It is up to you to do what you can to make it so. Enjoying good health in retirement is key to quality of life. The other major determiner of quality of life in retirement is financial security. Below are some important questions that are never too early to consider.
When is your retirement date?
Life expectancy is constantly being extended by medical advances and lifestyle decisions. Working until age 70 is not a farfetched concept. Many people will be quite physically and mentally capable of sustaining some degree of employment through their 80s, whether for financial reasons or simply because they enjoy the engagement.
What will your expenses be?
Expenses are difficult to estimate. Having your own home is very helpful, but trying to predict other expenses is a challenge. The retirement investing industry has relied on the “old saw” that you should plan to replace 75 percent of your pre-retirement income. That may have worked for your parents, but likely not so much for you. If you retire with some degree of financial comfort you will have much time on your hands to indulge in your interests and hobbies. Don’t worry that you might save too much money. There are many worthy causes you can help, if you have excess assets.
What about Social Security?
In spite of all the Social Security kerfuffle about it being bankrupt, it is likely to still be here when you need it. For every year past eligibility you wait to being benefits, your monthly amount increases by approximately 8 percent. That is not a bad return for a safe investment. You can delay your benefit until it make sense not to. Also, consider a potential spouse’s benefit as well.
A retirement financial professional can help you make sense of the information and make these important decisions. If you have questions or seek assistance, please call Preston Englund at (402) 461-4893 or email at .
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