Frequently Asked Questions
According to a study from 2021*, running out of money in retirement scares most people more than dying. The concern is real, as longer lifespans can mean a retirement that lasts 30 years or more. Generating retirement income that lasts requires careful planning. But it starts with having a sense of when and where you want to retire, and what kind of lifestyle you envision. A financial professional can help you work through these and other questions.
*Reclaiming the Future white paper referenced in article ‘What Happens if I Really Do Run Out of Money in Retirement?’ Retrieved and updated on July 19, 2022, from newretirement.com and allianzlife.com
You can start to receive benefits at age 62, but your monthly benefit rises 8% for each year you wait to start – until age 70, when increases stop. There are lots of factors to consider though, including your need for income, your other sources of income and even your health. Your retirement planner can help you run the numbers and compare scenarios to decide whether earlier or later is right for you.
Decisions regarding Social Security are highly personal and depend on several factors such as your health and family longevity, whether you plan to work in retirement, whether you have other income sources as well as your anticipated future financial needs and obligations.
Health care is one of the biggest expenses most people will face in retirement. A 65-year-old retired couple today will spend an average of $315,000 on health care, according to a new estimate by Fidelity Investments*. A financial professional can help you budget for health care needs as you create a plan for retirement income and show you why life expectancies make planning even more important for women.
Sources: Fidelity.com
While it makes sense to reduce your stock market exposure as you move into retirement, there are good reasons to continue investing a portion of your money in a broadly diversified portfolio. Even though you may be able to live comfortably on the nest egg you’ve built, you might live another 20 or 30 years – or more – in retirement. That’s enough time to potentially grow your savings substantially, both for you and perhaps also for your children and grandchildren to enjoy.
Someone from our team will call you to schedule an appointment. When you meet with your wealth planner, you’ll talk about your dreams and goals, which will help form the foundation of your personal financial plan. We encourage you to make a list of your needs and wishes, so your planner can help you plot a course and stay on track. You deserve to move your financial life forward, and hiring a fiduciary wealth planner – one who will only act in your best interests – is the first step.