Thursday, May 21, 2009

The Retirement Planning Steps


For most people, retirement is their ultimate goal. But how many people really spend time thinking about how to plan for retirement? The earlier you start preparing, the easier it may be to retire in your chosen lifestyle.

The process begins with developing a customized retirement plan that suits your needs.

The Four Steps of Retirement Planning

Step 1: Determine Your Retirement Goals
•  What Lifestyle Do You Want for Retirement? 
•  How Much Income Will You Need to Support That Lifestyle?
•  How Can Basic Living Expenses Affect Your Retirement Income?
    - Expenses That Decrease
    - Expenses That Increase

Step 2: Identify Your Retirement Income Sources
•  The Four Pieces of the Pie.

Step 3: Determine the Amount You Must Save
•  Make Sure to Factor Inflation.
•  Retirement Scenario: Bruce’s Retirement Projection.
    - How Much Should Frank Save?
    - What Can Frank Do?

Step 4: Complete Your Personal Retirement Plan

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