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We’re just going to throw it out there: life insurance is not a fun or overly interesting topic of conversation. It is however, a very important one. Much of financial planning involves thinking through ‘what if’ situations and in the case of life insurance, you’re planning for what happens when you or a loved one passes away.
So let’s start with how it works.
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One of the hardest decisions retirees have to make is when and how to downsize in retirement. As we age, stairs can become a nuisance and as maintenance and utility expenses rise, it can make sense to transition to a more simplified arrangement for living.
What’s more, many retirees rely on the equity in their home to help fund their retirement and potential medical costs. [Read more…]
Healthcare is one of the biggest and most unpredictable line items to prepare for in retirement. Medicare kicks in when you turn 65 however there is a big gap in what Medicare covers vs. the coverage you’re used to from your employer’s group plan.
For a couple retiring in 2015, Fidelity Investments reports that they will need to have an additional $245,000 in savings to cover their healthcare costs in retirement.
