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Am 58 retiring next year but the thought of retirement gives me weakness. My apologies to everyone who have retired and filing social security during this time after putting in all those years of work just to lose everything to a problem you never imagined to happen. It’s so difficult for people who are retired and have no savings or loved ones to fall back on.
True, It has never been easier to understand how to build your money after retirement than it is right now with the inflation, when you may study and experience a completely variegated market passively by employing a successful portfolio-advisor. The impacts of the U.S. dollar's gain or fall on investments, in my opinion, are complex.
Even if you’re not skilled, it is still possible to hire one. I was a project manager and my personal portfolio of approximately $850k of my retirement pension took a big hit in April due to the crash. I quickly got in touch with a financial-planner that devised a defensive strategy to protect my funds and make profit from my portfolio this red season. I’ve made over $250k since then.
Carol Vivian Constable is the licensed fiduciary I use. Just research the name. You’d find necessary details to work with a correspondence to set up an appointment..
People are very adaptable and needs are reduced as you age. Far most get along well with what they have. However, I do find that many people think/imagine they can continue their current lifestyle into retirement in spite of their small(-ish) savings. People need to be much more realistic about finances.
Planning ahead can really make a big difference, especially when it comes to minimizing taxes. I’ve been exploring the crypto and stock markets for about six months now, and it’s been a game changer for me. I decided to reinvest my RMD strategically, and that decision has really paid off-I’m now pulling in around $25k a week with very little trading on my end. It’s been a great way to create a cushion and relieve a lot of financial stress. Best of luck with your RMD decisions-I hope you find the same peace of mind!
Estimating expenses is easy. I don’t know about most folks but I charge everything on my credit card and pay it off each month. I might hit an ATM every month. Add up your credit card, ATM and any other bills you might have and you have a budget. It’s unlikely these expenses will go down in retirement and you might want to add in some extra travel and leisure expenses, especially for the first 5-6 years of your go-go retirement phase. Then add in medical expenses that will no longer be covered from their employer plan.
I'm 54 and my wife and I are VERY worried about our future, gas and food prices rising daily. We have had our savings dwindle with the cost of living into the stratosphere, and we are finding it impossible to replace them. We can get by, but can't seem to get ahead. My condolences to anyone retiring in this crisis, 30 years nonstop just for a crooked system to take all you worked for...
@CarolineBrooklyn The crazy part is that those advisors are probably outperforming the market and raising good returns but some are charging fees over fees that drain your portfolio. Is this the case with yours too?
We started keeping track of where the money goes long before we retired. It wasn't a budget, it was a record. Putting all variable expenses on visa makes it easy. Groceries, liquor eating out and fun stuff was far more than we could ever have guessed. After checking this now and then we got some pretty good estimates. Everything got adjusted when we retired. The work oriented stuff went down.... gas, lunch, drycleaning etc. And we added big categories for retirement travel. In reality we hid in the house avoiding COVID, but that's another adjustment. I recommend that people do this early. When you see how much you spend you kind of do a cost benefit analysis. What do I get out of that cable TV bill?
Five years before retirement I did a spreadsheet for each year with monthly expenses for housing, groceries, electric, internet/cable, autos (maintenance/ins), dinning out, ect, then totaled each month. At the end of the year this gave me good idea of what I spent, and which months were the most costly like when ins, taxes were paid. After five years it also showed how much things increased year over year. What ever you do don't wait until retirement to start figuring it. If you think you know how much you need try living on it for a few months before you tetire.
Man, this video just hit different! Been sitting on my $332k emergency fund, and still can’t figure out how to kickstart my investments. Retirement expenses feel like I’m just doing mental gymnastics! I guess I’ll keep tweaking the spreadsheet until I strike gold, or maybe I just need to stop overthinking and get in the game. 🤷♂ Anyone else procrastinating on this?
Haha, I hear you! But sitting on $332k?! Bruh, inflation's loving that. I was in the same boat until I found an investment advisor who kicked me into gear. Honestly, stop DIY-ing everything-trust me, that advisor saved me from spreadsheet insanity.
Same boat, guys! I’ve got some cash to invest but seriously no idea where to even start with finding an advisor. Feels like it’s a total guessing game out there. Any pointers?
There are a handful of CFAs. I've experimented with a few over the past years, but I've stuck with Linda Aretha Reeves for some years now, and her performance has been consistently impressive. She’s known in her field, maybe check her out if you want someone reliable.
This was my experience. Way underestimated "unexpected ezpenses". Just paid $1400 for a broken tooth. Something comes up every month. Car repair , appliance dies. I would budget $1000 a mo th for random expenses.
I don't get it, you're doing exactly what you said doesn't work, look at what you spend today and decide what will stay/disappear/add in retirement. I got absolutely no value out of this video.
I became debt free and own my house free and clear before retirement. I’ve been spending based on a sustainable percentage of my good amount of savings and not what I want to spend which could run into over spending. I’ve been sleeping well at night and feeling safe and comfortable.
The best way is to start with current after tax income. Whether the mortgage is paid, the kids move out or whatever else happens, it is what they are used to having.
I don't know why people think living in retirement will be cheaper. Think about it - as you are working and living and going about your daily life you spend money on whatever it is that you spend on. Then one day you retire - but you are still going to go about living your daily life spending the same living expenses. Why would it suddenly be any less? If fact, while working, you may have had a really good deal on health insurance (and not even realized how good a deal it was). Private insurance or medicare is going to cost you even more!
Valid points. Remember the three phases: go-go, slow-go and no-go. Yes, spending will likely be equivalent or higher the first third of the retirement. Then, the traveling bug wanes, the energy levels diminish and it costs very little to watch TV and mow the lawn. The no-go years can bleed money due to medical so it's a curve, not a straight line.
I don't see that you have taken into account the go-go, slow-go, and no-go years in retirement. Or SS money starting. Both will change how much is needed from investments.
Hi Connie, this is to target initial retirement expenses (then it can be refined as spending changes). SS income and other sources of income would apply toward that expense target with the difference most likely coming from portfolio withdrawals for most people. Thanks for watching!
Why is it that every financial advisor only sell fear? I've saved over 20% in 401k and investments, have 2 pensions, as well as my wife's pension, and proceeds from a business venture. This adds up to create an retirement income that is greater than our current income by 20-40% (this is without SS, acknowledging it's probably not going to survive), yet I have heard from every financial advisor that I should be fearful that we won't survive!?! Is this fear valid? OR do these advisors just want control of my (and your) retirement savings???
Hi Rick, I'm sorry that has been your experience. It sounds like you are doing great. There are many good quality advisors out there. Our purpose with our clients and viewers is to help maximize their return on life. No room for fear! - Anthony
Given the popularity of social security, there is no reason to think it won’t survive. Unlike during the 1980s, Congress has refused to modify it to to keep it in the black (despite the challenges of longer life expectancy and an aging population with more retirees), but social security “bankruptcy” would mean it would pay out 70% or so of expected inflation adjusted benefits. The idea that it would pay nothing is a widely held misconception and a scare tactic.
It's the lack of having a budget prior to retirement that makes "estimating" a retirement budget inaccurate. We maintained a budget for decades, bascially using net earned income and living expenses. When we were 5 years out from our desired retirement age we used our actual expenses as a basis for retirement living expenses and we adjusted with each year's review of our progress toward our retirement goal. We did allow for inflationary pressures with a 3% inflation rate for general expenses and a 5% inflation rate for health insurance expenses. We also used our combined effective tax to determine what that liability would be seeing how that would now be coming 'out-of-pocket' as opposed to a reduction to pre-retirement gross income. We're 7 years retired now, and the result? Pretty much dead on with our projections. I suppose if you've haven't had a budget history prior to retirement the estimation of a retirement budget is subject to gross inaccuracies.
Great comment. Many people don’t live on a budget, so the concept of suddenly having to live on one in retirement is a new learning experience. I think that’s how the 80% rule was probably derived. Oversimplified because most people aren’t doing what they should be pre-retirement as far as budgeting. Then they are faced with the “I’m living on a fixed income” stress. However, if you’ve budgeted along the way and know what you need and have, it’s planned, predictable, and manageable.
Thank you for this affirmation! We too have been maintaining a budget for nearly 30 years, and heading into retirement 1 Jan 2025.. we’ve also had a retirement budget mapped out for at least 15 years, finessing it over time as we’ve learned and planned more…. But there’s still that tiny bit of uncertainty heading into this next phase of life.. I feel encouraged!
I look at how much money I had JAN 1 and DEC 31 and earned in a year. Subtract my savings (not needed in retirement). Neutralize housing. Do for the last 3 years to get my yearly baseline expense. Housing in retirement is then added (some tax advantages apply). Think this is rock solid and very easy to do. If your ends do not meet you will have to look at a more detailed budget to identify excess spending and adjust future life style and expenses as needed.
We do not really need a budget but a tracking of past year expenses. Retirement means no contribution to degrees accounts and reduction of tax payments (esp by careful planning to reduce taxable income).
I have a better idea. Download from your bank an entire year of your expenses. Take out expenses that you know will be gone such as savings expenses or maybe your mortgage. Add that up. 15 minutes done. What you spent in the last year is a good indicator of what you will spend next year. I am starting this 9 years before retiring. I put this figure next to my net income in a spreadsheet. Then add 2.5% for inflation put next, to your estimated income. Do annually to adjust and test. I have this out to 100 with adjustments for the first few years of heavy travel and later for slowing down, but then up again for higher healthcare and a retirement home. Kinda fun to do and as you check and adjust you will feel more confident on your nest egg and your cash flow. Remember, spreadsheets are your friend.
This looks very similar to budgeting. The only difference I see is the categorizing of certain current expenses. It still fails to account for big ticket items (cars, home improvements, maybe travel). Not impressive.
Thanks for your feedback and thanks for watching! Backing into your living expenses based on actual spending is the objective. Generally, budgeting adds up small expenses (that most people tend to underestimate which is the problem). Additionally, certain expenses like payroll taxes and retirement savings would drop off once one retires. Big ticket items can absolutely be included in this calculation or as separate goals, e.g.,., saving for a home remodel. Happy retirement!
More and more people might face a tough time in retirement. Low-paying jobs, inflation, and high rents make it hard to save. Now, middle-class Americans find it tough to own a home too, leaving them without a place to retire.
The increasing prices have impacted my plan to retire at 62, work part-time, and save for the future. I'm concerned about whether those who navigated the 2008 financial crisis had an easier time than I am currently experiencing. The combination of stock market volatility and a decrease in income is causing anxiety about whether I'll have sufficient funds for retirement.
This is precisely why I like having a portfolio coach guide my day-to-day market decisions: with their extensive knowledge of going long and short at the same time, using risk for its asymmetrical upside and laying it off as a hedge against the inevitable downward turns, their skillset makes it nearly impossible for them to underperform. I've been utilizing a portfolio coach for more than two years, and I've made over $800,000.
"Izella Annette Anderson" is the licensed advisor I use. Just research the name. You’d find necessary details to work with a correspondence to set up an appointment
Insightful... I was curious about her, so I looked her up online. I discovered her website, and I must say that she seems knowledgeable. I sent her an email outlining my goals. I appreciate you sharing.
I buy everything I can on the credit card so it is pretty easy to se what and where I spend. Considering that I have been putting away 30% of my salary away because I have been debt free for the last 15 years.
Same here. It's a good way to record your expenses, plus you get rewards points, plus no interest charges if you always pay off your balance. I am retired now, but in my last few working years, I often was able to put away 40% of my earnings (self-employed so income varied month to month).
This new method seems defective compared to just tracking your spending over time. It doesn’t seem to account for one time biggies like a new roof or sewer repair. Or you need a new car, or your health care costs if you or your spouse become I’ll or disabled. These one time costs occur and you will encounter them over time if you track your spending.
Great thought, John - It actually does because it's based on what you earn during working years (and use to pay for a new roof, repairs, etc.) The exception would be if you were gifted money and used that to pay for the new roof or repairs. In that case, you would need to add the gifted money into income/inflows. Remember, we are not saying not to track your expenses. For those who do it, it's great. Both methods combined and compared can add clarity. It's just that most people miss the exact things you are mentioning when tracking because they are thinking of what they pay on a regular basis and not those biggies! Thanks for watching!
Calling groceries ‘variable’ cost… I would not class it like that. You need it every day, the amount needed don’t change much over time, the price change, but that you factor in prediction the increase of price over time. 2% inflation is ofc not realistic, because it is never exactly that. My approach to cost analysis is to have bucket: necessary fixed costs (ie morgage/medicare), necessary variable cost, incidental variable cost and lastely chosen spending. This last bucket is what people underestimate, but it is also the bucket you do have influence on and you should get used to adjusting according to your cashflow in retirement.
Lifelong personal finance software user here...allowed me to see all my expenses my whole adult life and - more importantly - prior to retirement at age 59.25.
Same! I have 29 years of data on my income and expenses in my financial software. I think it’s rare to find someone who has done this kind of record keeping, but it does help keep us honest! That said, I think the method in this video is great for most people, maybe even someone like me. Because all that really matters is how much you spend in total, which is to say the difference between how much you started with and how much you ended with. The specific categories don’t much matter unless you have reason to believe those categories will change in retirement, like the ones he breaks out in the pie chart.
This high sensitivity to monthly expenses of the portfolio value projections is what makes me extremely skeptical of the very notion of retirement planning. Yes, it’s science and it’s art, with all the tax planning and ACA tax credits, but at the end of the day the entire tower is built on quicksand. Returns or inflation differ by 1% over the long term? Everything changes. Retired into a flat decade? You’re screwed.
Lately, I've been contemplating retirement, uncertain whether my 401(k) and IRA will ensure a secure future. I've also invested $800K in the stock market, experiencing fluctuations without substantial gains.
Using a 401(k) or IRA is a valuable strategy for retirement planning, providing potential savings growth and tax advantages. While the stock market is promising, expert guidance is essential for effective portfOlio management
Opting for an invest-ment advisr is currently the optimal approach for navigating the stock market, particularly for those nearing retirement. I've been consulting with a coach for a while, and my portfOlio has surged by 45% since Q2.
I’m with Stacy Lynn Staples, a highly respected figure in her field. I suggest delving deeper into her credentials, as she possesses extensive experience and serves as a valuable resource for individuals seeking guidance in navigating the financial market.
Thanks for watching! Certain expenses like payroll taxes and retirement savings will drop off. Other items may drop off at some point like paying off a mortgage. Consider adding in expenses that may increase, if any.
@onedegreeadvisors Granted but, if I'm spending 60k a year on living, why would I spend less than that when I retire? After retirement, my hobbies, travel, eating out, grandchildren, inflation, etc. tend to fill in the gap. After my retirement, I didn't realize a drop in my spending!
I'm an English major that had trouble with math but a million dollar home at 3.5% interest for 30 yrs. the payment comes out to waaaaay more than $1350 per month. A quick google search shows a payment in excess of $4000 (P&I) per month. What am I missing here?
Taxes, insurance, special assessments, HOA fees etc. My P&I is about 40% of the total mortgage payment without an HOA! Realize taxes and insurance are going to be on the sales price, not the grandfathered price the previous owner paid. Here it will usually increase 3% per year with homestead exemption.
Assume you put 15% in your 401K and pay 6% social security taxes. Doesn't this mean that you are already living off 79% of your income? I assume you do not pay social security tax when you retire and you will no longer save into your 401k..
I believe the retirement crisis will get even worse. Many struggle to save due to low wages, rising prices, and exorbitant rents. With homeownership becoming unattainable for middle-class Americans, they may not have a home to rely on for retirement either.
Got it! Buying stocks during a recession when prices are down could be a good move. You might get them at a lower price and sell later when they go up. Just do your homework and be aware of the risks before diving in!
Jessica Lee Horst is the licensed fiduciary I use. Just research the name. You’d find necessary details to work with a correspondence to set up an appointment..
Do the Monte Carlo simulations take into consideration the probability of living as long as they projected. If you have a probability of living to 95 is 5% does that have any bearing or is 30 year retirement locked regardless of real life expectancy?
Excellent question! I’d like the software to at least have that option built in. But I’m guessing it doesn’t - that is, it probably just uses the 30 years. The Monte Carlo simulation is about market returns being up or down.
The most accurate and most reassuring method is to use one of these other means to determine what you think you might want to spend and then try living on that amount for six months before retirement.
Retirement is awesome and you don't spend nearly as much as when working. You make what you have work. All this fear of running out of money is nonsense. You'll want to keep your brain going so work a bit if you need more.
I think investors should always put their cash to work, especially In 2024, we'll start to see more market diversification. I'm hoping to invest about $350k of my savings in stocks against next year. Hope to make millions in 2024
Since risk is at an all-time high right now, perhaps you should be a little more patient and return when it has decreased. Alternatively, you can consult a trained financial expert for strategy.
Yes true, I have been in touch with a brokerage Advisor. With an initial starting reserve of $80k, my advisor chooses the entry and exit commands for my portfolio, which has grown to approximately $550k.
NICOLE ANASTASIA PLUMLEE' is the licensed fiduciary I use. Just research the name. You’d find necessary details to work with a correspondence to set up an appointment.
The flaw in his assertion is that he assumes that I haven’t been religiously tracking my actual expenses for years already. I know exactly what the spending that maintains my living standard is to the penny. There simply isn’t a better way to know what your retirement budget should be if you are already a disciplined budgeter. These types of videos are kind of condescending, IMO.
These videos are just ludicrous..and I’m not just picking on this one. Steve and Diane case? So they have $1.25 mil set aside …not to mention they could sell their house…+ social security.. So….$5000 expenses/month or $60k. Add on another oh idk maybe $9000 year taxes if it’s pre tax retirement. $5700 month needed roughly. Say they get just 5% return during retirement on that $1.25m Just the interest alone will almost cover their monthly expenses. Now add in SS..😂😂 82% probability? Huh? Is Monte Carlo assuming a decade long Great Depression? Just on the interest of the retirement portfolio AND SS this couple will prob be bringing in a minimum of $8000 month..minimum. Without touching the principle.
Per the video, the $5500/mo.is estimate for basic living expenses plus they have larger/additional expenses (mortgage, charitable giving, taxes) not included in that $5500. Thanks for watching.
You know you can skip the ads, right? There is a little countdown at the bottom right. Of course, if you let it play, then her campaign has to pay for the ad time. It’s a trade-off. Sometimes I get so angry seeing trumps face or hearing his lies that I just have to skip it. Other times I let it play and I go in the other room. That way his campaign has to pay for the ad, depleting the money that grifter has earmarked for his attorney’s bills.
You’re right that it’s not the norm. About 10% of retirees have $1M or more saved at retirement. The median savings is closer to $200,000. If you include a house, the numbers are a lot higher-but you can’t eat your house!
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Am 58 retiring next year but the thought of retirement gives me weakness. My apologies to everyone who have retired and filing social security during this time after putting in all those years of work just to lose everything to a problem you never imagined to happen. It’s so difficult for people who are retired and have no savings or loved ones to fall back on.
True, It has never been easier to understand how to build your money after retirement than it is right now with the inflation, when you may study and experience a completely variegated market passively by employing a successful portfolio-advisor. The impacts of the U.S. dollar's gain or fall on investments, in my opinion, are complex.
Even if you’re not skilled, it is still possible to hire one. I was a project manager and my personal portfolio of approximately $850k of my retirement pension took a big hit in April due to the crash. I quickly got in touch with a financial-planner that devised a defensive strategy to protect my funds and make profit from my portfolio this red season. I’ve made over $250k since then.
please who is the consultant that assist you with your investment and if you don't mind, how do I get in touch with them?
Carol Vivian Constable is the licensed fiduciary I use. Just research the name. You’d find necessary details to work with a correspondence to set up an appointment..
I looked up her name online and found her page. I emailed and made an appointment to talk with her. Thanks for the tip
Going into retirement knowing you might have to reduce your spending one day is still better than continuing work.
People are very adaptable and needs are reduced as you age. Far most get along well with what they have. However, I do find that many people think/imagine they can continue their current lifestyle into retirement in spite of their small(-ish) savings. People need to be much more realistic about finances.
Planning ahead can really make a big difference, especially when it comes to minimizing taxes. I’ve been exploring the crypto and stock markets for about six months now, and it’s been a game changer for me. I decided to reinvest my RMD strategically, and that decision has really paid off-I’m now pulling in around $25k a week with very little trading on my end. It’s been a great way to create a cushion and relieve a lot of financial stress. Best of luck with your RMD decisions-I hope you find the same peace of mind!
I signed up for a 1-on-1 trading session. It's like copy trading, but with personalized guidance.
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Honestly I really need help learning to trade. Seeing my portfolio low makes me very sad.
I suggest consulting with Dave for guidance, This way you can get strategies designed to address your unique long/short-term goals
who is Dave, if you dont mind me asking?
Estimating expenses is easy. I don’t know about most folks but I charge everything on my credit card and pay it off each month. I might hit an ATM every month. Add up your credit card, ATM and any other bills you might have and you have a budget. It’s unlikely these expenses will go down in retirement and you might want to add in some extra travel and leisure expenses, especially for the first 5-6 years of your go-go retirement phase. Then add in medical expenses that will no longer be covered from their employer plan.
I'm 54 and my wife and I are VERY worried about our future, gas and food prices rising daily. We have had our savings dwindle with the cost of living into the stratosphere, and we are finding it impossible to replace them. We can get by, but can't seem to get ahead. My condolences to anyone retiring in this crisis, 30 years nonstop just for a crooked system to take all you worked for...
@CarolineBrooklyn That's actually quite impressive, I could use some Info on your FA, I am looking to make a change on my finances this year as well..
@CarolineBrooklyn The crazy part is that those advisors are probably outperforming the market and raising good returns but some are charging fees over fees that drain your portfolio. Is this the case with yours too?
@CarolineBrooklyn I will give this a look, thanks a bunch for sharing.
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We started keeping track of where the money goes long before we retired. It wasn't a budget, it was a record. Putting all variable expenses on visa makes it easy. Groceries, liquor eating out and fun stuff was far more than we could ever have guessed. After checking this now and then we got some pretty good estimates. Everything got adjusted when we retired. The work oriented stuff went down.... gas, lunch, drycleaning etc. And we added big categories for retirement travel. In reality we hid in the house avoiding COVID, but that's another adjustment. I recommend that people do this early. When you see how much you spend you kind of do a cost benefit analysis. What do I get out of that cable TV bill?
Five years before retirement I did a spreadsheet for each year with monthly expenses for housing, groceries, electric, internet/cable, autos (maintenance/ins), dinning out,
ect, then totaled each month. At the end of the year this gave me good idea of what I spent, and which months were the most costly like when ins, taxes were paid. After five years it also showed how much things increased year over year. What ever you do don't wait until retirement to start figuring it. If you think you know how much you need try living on it for a few months before you tetire.
Man, this video just hit different! Been sitting on my $332k emergency fund, and still can’t figure out how to kickstart my investments. Retirement expenses feel like I’m just doing mental gymnastics! I guess I’ll keep tweaking the spreadsheet until I strike gold, or maybe I just need to stop overthinking and get in the game. 🤷♂ Anyone else procrastinating on this?
Haha, I hear you! But sitting on $332k?! Bruh, inflation's loving that. I was in the same boat until I found an investment advisor who kicked me into gear. Honestly, stop DIY-ing everything-trust me, that advisor saved me from spreadsheet insanity.
Same boat, guys! I’ve got some cash to invest but seriously no idea where to even start with finding an advisor. Feels like it’s a total guessing game out there. Any pointers?
There are a handful of CFAs. I've experimented with a few over the past years, but I've stuck with Linda Aretha Reeves for some years now, and her performance has been consistently impressive. She’s known in her field, maybe check her out if you want someone reliable.
Just looked up Linda Aretha Reeves-she seems like EXACTLY what I’ve been searching for! Ready to make some moves now, thanks!
Watched Linda Aretha at a Bloomberg finance summit 4 years ago-her presentation was top-notch! Honestly, it’s no surprise she’s crushing it now.
This was my experience. Way underestimated "unexpected ezpenses". Just paid $1400 for a broken tooth. Something comes up every month. Car repair , appliance dies. I would budget $1000 a mo th for random expenses.
I don't get it, you're doing exactly what you said doesn't work, look at what you spend today and decide what will stay/disappear/add in retirement. I got absolutely no value out of this video.
I became debt free and own my house free and clear before retirement. I’ve been spending based on a sustainable percentage of my good amount of savings and not what I want to spend which could run into over spending. I’ve been sleeping well at night and feeling safe and comfortable.
Thanks for sharing!
Our expenses didn’t go down at all. Medical, dental and travel made up for anything that could have been reduced.
This catches many retirees by surprise. Thanks for watching, Daisy!
The best way is to start with current after tax income. Whether the mortgage is paid, the kids move out or whatever else happens, it is what they are used to having.
I don't know why people think living in retirement will be cheaper. Think about it - as you are working and living and going about your daily life you spend money on whatever it is that you spend on. Then one day you retire - but you are still going to go about living your daily life spending the same living expenses. Why would it suddenly be any less? If fact, while working, you may have had a really good deal on health insurance (and not even realized how good a deal it was). Private insurance or medicare is going to cost you even more!
Reduced travel costs due to not commuting, no need to buy work clothes etc
Valid points. Remember the three phases: go-go, slow-go and no-go. Yes, spending will likely be equivalent or higher the first third of the retirement. Then, the traveling bug wanes, the energy levels diminish and it costs very little to watch TV and mow the lawn. The no-go years can bleed money due to medical so it's a curve, not a straight line.
Plus, you have more free time to spend money....
Expense delta is amplify by taxes too. A $1,000 delta is really more like a $1,250 in real withdrawal terms.
I don't see that you have taken into account the go-go, slow-go, and no-go years in retirement. Or SS money starting. Both will change how much is needed from investments.
Hi Connie, this is to target initial retirement expenses (then it can be refined as spending changes). SS income and other sources of income would apply toward that expense target with the difference most likely coming from portfolio withdrawals for most people. Thanks for watching!
Why is it that every financial advisor only sell fear? I've saved over 20% in 401k and investments, have 2 pensions, as well as my wife's pension, and proceeds from a business venture. This adds up to create an retirement income that is greater than our current income by 20-40% (this is without SS, acknowledging it's probably not going to survive), yet I have heard from every financial advisor that I should be fearful that we won't survive!?! Is this fear valid? OR do these advisors just want control of my (and your) retirement savings???
Hi Rick, I'm sorry that has been your experience. It sounds like you are doing great. There are many good quality advisors out there. Our purpose with our clients and viewers is to help maximize their return on life. No room for fear! - Anthony
Given the popularity of social security, there is no reason to think it won’t survive. Unlike during the 1980s, Congress has refused to modify it to to keep it in the black (despite the challenges of longer life expectancy and an aging population with more retirees), but social security “bankruptcy” would mean it would pay out 70% or so of expected inflation adjusted benefits. The idea that it would pay nothing is a widely held misconception and a scare tactic.
The more you save the more they make from your money.
It's the lack of having a budget prior to retirement that makes "estimating" a retirement budget inaccurate. We maintained a budget for decades, bascially using net earned income and living expenses. When we were 5 years out from our desired retirement age we used our actual expenses as a basis for retirement living expenses and we adjusted with each year's review of our progress toward our retirement goal. We did allow for inflationary pressures with a 3% inflation rate for general expenses and a 5% inflation rate for health insurance expenses. We also used our combined effective tax to determine what that liability would be seeing how that would now be coming 'out-of-pocket' as opposed to a reduction to pre-retirement gross income. We're 7 years retired now, and the result? Pretty much dead on with our projections. I suppose if you've haven't had a budget history prior to retirement the estimation of a retirement budget is subject to gross inaccuracies.
Yes, we see that making a difference in accuracy. Thanks for watching!
Nicely done. Congratulations!
Great comment. Many people don’t live on a budget, so the concept of suddenly having to live on one in retirement is a new learning experience. I think that’s how the 80% rule was probably derived. Oversimplified because most people aren’t doing what they should be pre-retirement as far as budgeting. Then they are faced with the “I’m living on a fixed income” stress. However, if you’ve budgeted along the way and know what you need and have, it’s planned, predictable, and manageable.
Thank you for this affirmation! We too have been maintaining a budget for nearly 30 years, and heading into retirement 1 Jan 2025.. we’ve also had a retirement budget mapped out for at least 15 years, finessing it over time as we’ve learned and planned more…. But there’s still that tiny bit of uncertainty heading into this next phase of life.. I feel encouraged!
I am sorry, but your approach IS budgetting… I understand you want to pitch a new approach, but it is just more realistic budgetting.
I look at how much money I had JAN 1 and DEC 31 and earned in a year. Subtract my savings (not needed in retirement). Neutralize housing. Do for the last 3 years to get my yearly baseline expense. Housing in retirement is then added (some tax advantages apply). Think this is rock solid and very easy to do. If your ends do not meet you will have to look at a more detailed budget to identify excess spending and adjust future life style and expenses as needed.
We do not really need a budget but a tracking of past year expenses. Retirement means no contribution to degrees accounts and reduction of tax payments (esp by careful planning to reduce taxable income).
I have a better idea. Download from your bank an entire year of your expenses. Take out expenses that you know will be gone such as savings expenses or maybe your mortgage. Add that up. 15 minutes done. What you spent in the last year is a good indicator of what you will spend next year. I am starting this 9 years before retiring. I put this figure next to my net income in a spreadsheet. Then add 2.5% for inflation put next, to your estimated income. Do annually to adjust and test. I have this out to 100 with adjustments for the first few years of heavy travel and later for slowing down, but then up again for higher healthcare and a retirement home. Kinda fun to do and as you check and adjust you will feel more confident on your nest egg and your cash flow. Remember, spreadsheets are your friend.
This looks very similar to budgeting. The only difference I see is the categorizing of certain current expenses.
It still fails to account for big ticket items (cars, home improvements, maybe travel).
Not impressive.
Thanks for your feedback and thanks for watching! Backing into your living expenses based on actual spending is the objective. Generally, budgeting adds up small expenses (that most people tend to underestimate which is the problem). Additionally, certain expenses like payroll taxes and retirement savings would drop off once one retires. Big ticket items can absolutely be included in this calculation or as separate goals, e.g.,., saving for a home remodel. Happy retirement!
More and more people might face a tough time in retirement. Low-paying jobs, inflation, and high rents make it hard to save. Now, middle-class Americans find it tough to own a home too, leaving them without a place to retire.
The increasing prices have impacted my plan to retire at 62, work part-time, and save for the future. I'm concerned about whether those who navigated the 2008 financial crisis had an easier time than I am currently experiencing. The combination of stock market volatility and a decrease in income is causing anxiety about whether I'll have sufficient funds for retirement.
This is precisely why I like having a portfolio coach guide my day-to-day market decisions: with their extensive knowledge of going long and short at the same time, using risk for its asymmetrical upside and laying it off as a hedge against the inevitable downward turns, their skillset makes it nearly impossible for them to underperform. I've been utilizing a portfolio coach for more than two years, and I've made over $800,000.
@@mellon-wrigley3 That does make a lot of sense, unlike us, you seem to have the Market figured out. Who is this consultant?
"Izella Annette Anderson" is the licensed advisor I use. Just research the name. You’d find necessary details to work with a correspondence to set up an appointment
Insightful... I was curious about her, so I looked her up online. I discovered her website, and I must say that she seems knowledgeable. I sent her an email outlining my goals. I appreciate you sharing.
I buy everything I can on the credit card so it is pretty easy to se what and where I spend. Considering that I have been putting away 30% of my salary away because I have been debt free for the last 15 years.
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Same here. It's a good way to record your expenses, plus you get rewards points, plus no interest charges if you always pay off your balance. I am retired now, but in my last few working years, I often was able to put away 40% of my earnings (self-employed so income varied month to month).
This new method seems defective compared to just tracking your spending over time. It doesn’t seem to account for one time biggies like a new roof or sewer repair. Or you need a new car, or your health care costs if you or your spouse become I’ll or disabled. These one time costs occur and you will encounter them over time if you track your spending.
Great thought, John - It actually does because it's based on what you earn during working years (and use to pay for a new roof, repairs, etc.) The exception would be if you were gifted money and used that to pay for the new roof or repairs. In that case, you would need to add the gifted money into income/inflows. Remember, we are not saying not to track your expenses. For those who do it, it's great. Both methods combined and compared can add clarity. It's just that most people miss the exact things you are mentioning when tracking because they are thinking of what they pay on a regular basis and not those biggies! Thanks for watching!
I'm budgeting to spend 30k less per year than my financial planner wants me to. And based on his advice I was told I would not run out of money.
Calling groceries ‘variable’ cost… I would not class it like that. You need it every day, the amount needed don’t change much over time, the price change, but that you factor in prediction the increase of price over time. 2% inflation is ofc not realistic, because it is never exactly that. My approach to cost analysis is to have bucket: necessary fixed costs (ie morgage/medicare), necessary variable cost, incidental variable cost and lastely chosen spending. This last bucket is what people underestimate, but it is also the bucket you do have influence on and you should get used to adjusting according to your cashflow in retirement.
The answer to all financial and retirement questions is always "It depends".
Great video once again. Your content is soooo relaxing. When is your big move?
Lifelong personal finance software user here...allowed me to see all my expenses my whole adult life and - more importantly - prior to retirement at age 59.25.
Software programs certainly have made it easier for those who consistently use them. Thanks for watching!
Same! I have 29 years of data on my income and expenses in my financial software. I think it’s rare to find someone who has done this kind of record keeping, but it does help keep us honest!
That said, I think the method in this video is great for most people, maybe even someone like me. Because all that really matters is how much you spend in total, which is to say the difference between how much you started with and how much you ended with. The specific categories don’t much matter unless you have reason to believe those categories will change in retirement, like the ones he breaks out in the pie chart.
@@j10001you beat me, I only tracked my income & expenses for 12 years.
Retirement planning means preparing today for your future life so that you continue to meet all your goals and dreams independently.
They're good, chances of living past 85 are very slim.
Nope. Better than 50% one of them lives longer
This high sensitivity to monthly expenses of the portfolio value projections is what makes me extremely skeptical of the very notion of retirement planning. Yes, it’s science and it’s art, with all the tax planning and ACA tax credits, but at the end of the day the entire tower is built on quicksand. Returns or inflation differ by 1% over the long term? Everything changes. Retired into a flat decade? You’re screwed.
Lately, I've been contemplating retirement, uncertain whether my 401(k) and IRA will ensure a secure future. I've also invested $800K in the stock market, experiencing fluctuations without substantial gains.
Using a 401(k) or IRA is a valuable strategy for retirement planning, providing potential savings growth and tax advantages. While the stock market is promising, expert guidance is essential for effective portfOlio management
Opting for an invest-ment advisr is currently the optimal approach for navigating the stock market, particularly for those nearing retirement. I've been consulting with a coach for a while, and my portfOlio has surged by 45% since Q2.
Market behavior can be complex and unpredictable. Mind if I ask you to recommend this particular coach to whom you have used their services?
I’m with Stacy Lynn Staples, a highly respected figure in her field. I suggest delving deeper into her credentials, as she possesses extensive experience and serves as a valuable resource for individuals seeking guidance in navigating the financial market.
Just ran an online search on her name and came across her websiite; pretty well educated. thank you for sharing.
Thank you.
If you are living on a certain amount every year, why would it change just because you retire?
Thanks for watching! Certain expenses like payroll taxes and retirement savings will drop off. Other items may drop off at some point like paying off a mortgage. Consider adding in expenses that may increase, if any.
@onedegreeadvisors Granted but, if I'm spending 60k a year on living, why would I spend less than that when I retire? After retirement, my hobbies, travel, eating out, grandchildren, inflation, etc. tend to fill in the gap. After my retirement, I didn't realize a drop in my spending!
I'm an English major that had trouble with math but a million dollar home at 3.5% interest for 30 yrs. the payment comes out to waaaaay more than $1350 per month. A quick google search shows a payment in excess of $4000 (P&I) per month. What am I missing here?
Taxes, insurance, special assessments, HOA fees etc. My P&I is about 40% of the total mortgage payment without an HOA!
Realize taxes and insurance are going to be on the sales price, not the grandfathered price the previous owner paid. Here it will usually increase 3% per year with homestead exemption.
The reason the 80% of your current salary rule exists is because you no longer pay FICA or contribute to a 401K when you retire
95 is too high so probability would go way up if use a more realistic of 90
Great Video!
Appreciate you watching, Michael.
As a beginner what do I need to do? How can I invest, on which platform? If you know any please share.
Assume you put 15% in your 401K and pay 6% social security taxes. Doesn't this mean that you are already living off 79% of your income? I assume you do not pay social security tax when you retire and you will no longer save into your 401k..
You got it! Thanks for watching!
I believe the retirement crisis will get even worse. Many struggle to save due to low wages, rising prices, and exorbitant rents. With homeownership becoming unattainable for middle-class Americans, they may not have a home to rely on for retirement either.
Got it! Buying stocks during a recession when prices are down could be a good move. You might get them at a lower price and sell later when they go up. Just do your homework and be aware of the risks before diving in!
Mind if I ask you to recommend this particular coach you using their service?
Jessica Lee Horst is the licensed fiduciary I use. Just research the name. You’d find necessary details to work with a correspondence to set up an appointment..
She appears to be well-educated and well-read. I ran a Google search for her name and came across her website; thank you for sharing.
This is not easier.
Do the Monte Carlo simulations take into consideration the probability of living as long as they projected. If you have a probability of living to 95 is 5% does that have any bearing or is 30 year retirement locked regardless of real life expectancy?
Excellent question! I’d like the software to at least have that option built in. But I’m guessing it doesn’t - that is, it probably just uses the 30 years. The Monte Carlo simulation is about market returns being up or down.
Where is the spreadsheet you used found?
The most accurate and most reassuring method is to use one of these other means to determine what you think you might want to spend and then try living on that amount for six months before retirement.
Retirement is awesome and you don't spend nearly as much as when working. You make what you have work. All this fear of running out of money is nonsense. You'll want to keep your brain going so work a bit if you need more.
No accounting for SS income?
4:30, 9:11. Thanks for watching!
I think investors should always put their cash to work, especially In 2024, we'll start to see more market diversification. I'm hoping to invest about $350k of my savings in stocks against next year. Hope to make millions in 2024
Since risk is at an all-time high right now, perhaps you should be a little more patient and return when it has decreased. Alternatively, you can consult a trained financial expert for strategy.
Yes true, I have been in touch with a brokerage Advisor. With an initial starting reserve of $80k, my advisor chooses the entry and exit commands for my portfolio, which has grown to approximately $550k.
I’ve been looking to switch to an advisor for a while now. Any help pointing me to who your advisor is?
NICOLE ANASTASIA PLUMLEE' is the licensed fiduciary I use. Just research the name. You’d find necessary details to work with a correspondence to set up an appointment.
I searched for her full name online, found her page, and sent an email to schedule a meeting. Hopefully, she responds soon. Thank you
The flaw in his assertion is that he assumes that I haven’t been religiously tracking my actual expenses for years already. I know exactly what the spending that maintains my living standard is to the penny. There simply isn’t a better way to know what your retirement budget should be if you are already a disciplined budgeter. These types of videos are kind of condescending, IMO.
Leaving more confused.
These videos are just ludicrous..and I’m not just picking on this one. Steve and Diane case? So they have $1.25 mil set aside …not to mention they could sell their house…+ social security..
So….$5000 expenses/month or $60k. Add on another oh idk maybe $9000 year taxes if it’s pre tax retirement.
$5700 month needed roughly.
Say they get just 5% return during retirement on that $1.25m
Just the interest alone will almost cover their monthly expenses. Now add in SS..😂😂
82% probability? Huh? Is Monte Carlo assuming a decade long Great Depression?
Just on the interest of the retirement portfolio AND SS this couple will prob be bringing in a minimum of $8000 month..minimum.
Without touching the principle.
Per the video, the $5500/mo.is estimate for basic living expenses plus they have larger/additional expenses (mortgage, charitable giving, taxes) not included in that $5500. Thanks for watching.
If you aren't working you are probably spending money lol! I'd budget for spending the same or more
This does happen for some. Thanks for watching!
Uggh m. It took 15 mins say the obvious.
Harris add puts a bad taste in my mouth before you speak which is unfair to you
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You know you can skip the ads, right? There is a little countdown at the bottom right. Of course, if you let it play, then her campaign has to pay for the ad time. It’s a trade-off. Sometimes I get so angry seeing trumps face or hearing his lies that I just have to skip it. Other times I let it play and I go in the other room. That way his campaign has to pay for the ad, depleting the money that grifter has earmarked for his attorney’s bills.
It is impossible to estimate expenses.
Why? An estimate is just a series of assumptions, based on data. Of course it’s possible to make an estimate.
It can be good to estimate expenses and compare the outcome to other methods. Thanks for watching!
Saved a million dollars or more.....
😂😂😂😂😂😂
Please say you were kidding!!!
Maybe 1.2% at best have a million plus? (blue collar schmucks)
We have over a million and I am only 52. Left home as teens. No help.
@@UNDERDOG18UNDERDOG18 you are clearly in the minority with that!
You’re right that it’s not the norm.
About 10% of retirees have $1M or more saved at retirement. The median savings is closer to $200,000.
If you include a house, the numbers are a lot higher-but you can’t eat your house!
Are you clowning?