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Helping Hesitant Clients Boost Their Retirement Spending

Nerd's Eye View

Retirement is often framed as one's "golden years", a time to enjoy the fruits of several decades of hard work. And for many retirees who have planned accordingly, this transition is not a problem as they might spend generously on travel, hobbies, or other pursuits. housing and food) or discretionary (e.g.,

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You Need To Work Longer But Will Be Forced To Retire Earlier

Random Roger's Retirement Planning

Writing for Bloomberg, Allison Schrager suggests that in order to enjoy retirement, we should work a little longer. Ann Tergesen at the Wall Street Journal reports that while most people expect to retire at 65, 62 ends up being more like it. I would also start to Plan B some ideas if the thing(s) you're relying on doesn't pan out.

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Can I Retire With 500k? Food For Thought

Clever Girl Finance

According to the data from the US Census Bureau , 50% of women aged 55-66 have no personal retirement savings. So, how much should you save before you retire? Can you retire with 500k, or do you need more? Keep reading to find out if it’s possible to retire with 500k — and how to do it. The good news? Cost of living.

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Exploring Retirement Housing Options

MainStreet Financial Planning

We speak daily with clients who are contemplating where they might live in retirement. Now is the time to explore various retirement housing options and strategies for aging individuals. From aging in place to retirement communities, consider your individual preferences and needs when choosing the most suitable housing option.

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10 Expenses to Include in Your Retirement Budget

WiserAdvisor

Retirement planning can be a bit complex. There are multiple factors to weigh in, right from healthcare and inflation to estate planning, business succession planning, tax planning, and more. However, the main drawback to this can be the lack of foresight regarding what and how to plan.

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How Much To Save For Retirement By Age

WiserAdvisor

Navigating the journey to retirement can often feel like a complex puzzle, especially when it comes to figuring out how much you need to save. The answer to “how much you need to retire” is shaped by various factors, including the kind of retirement life you dream of, your age, and the expenses you anticipate during your retirement years.

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The Food Pyramid Is Killing Us

Random Roger's Retirement Planning

Part G Medicare, the one I believe to be the most robust supplemental plan currently costs an average of $1517/yr with projections of 10+% increases over the next few years. Assuming that is true, it is the diet suggested to us by the food pyramid that is to blame. Healthview projects that the premium will rise 6.3% in 2024 and 6.2%

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