Staying Financially Stable in Retirement | Tom Kutzen

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STAYING FINANCIALLY STABLE IN RETIREMENT BEFORE YOU RETIRE, YOU MUST HAVE A GOOD UNDERSTANDING OF HOW MUCH MONEY YOU NEED TO SAVE. THIS WILL ALLOW YOU TO AVOID RUNNING INTO A DEAD END. YOU MIGHT HAVE TO CONSIDER EXPENSES, INCLUDING YOUR HOME MORTGAGE, GROCERIES, AND UTILITIES. IT’S ESSENTIAL TO HAVE A GOOD UNDERSTANDING OF HOW MUCH MONEY YOU HAVE SAVED. THIS WILL ALLOW YOU TO MAKE INFORMED DECISIONS AND AVOID RUNNING INTO A DEAD END.

HAVING SOCIAL SECURITY To keep up with the changes in the financial situation, keep in mind that Social Security will still exist. Some find it surprising how little Social Security payments will cover your monthly expenses. Use the Social Security Administration’s online calculator to estimate your monthly payments.

LOWER EXPENSES One of the most significant advantages of retiring is that you no longer have to work, reducing your daily expenses. You could save money by not having to spend money on gas, coffee, and lunch at your office. You can also save money by ditching the clothes that you have bought each year.

DOWNSIZE YOUR LIFESTYLE When you retire, you may be an empty-nester, with your children leaving to start their own lives. You might also want to downsize and get a smaller house with less maintenance as you age. If you sell your home, you could receive a huge windfall and lower your utility bills and property taxes.

IMPORTANCE OF INVESTING After all, you might be surprised to learn that you have enough money invested for retirement. As you approach your golden years, you must take a break from your work and plan how you’ll spend your money. One of the most critical steps you can take is reviewing your current budget and adjusting it to reflect your future needs.

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