I’m Ready to Retire…
Retirement Scenario
Raj (64) and Maya (61)
Ready to Retire Now
How do I make the most of my resources?
Congratulations. If you’re reading this it’s likely that you’ve done the right things to put yourself in a good place to retire. You may not feel that way now. That’s normal. Many of our clients don’t feel that way either at first. But after working with us to envision and create a well-planned retirement, they feel confident and excited about their futures. (Well-planned does not mean this is going to be hard. I don’t think it will be.)
In this example, the couple has saved healthy balances in their retirement accounts, but they know they can’t afford to make mistakes. They’re looking for help putting it all together to make sense of what their retirement will look like. Sound familiar? If so, please read on:
Background:
Raj and Maya would like to know if they can retire in the next year. Raj, age 64, has had a career in management and has been with his current company for 20 years. He would like to retire at the end of this year. His wife Maya, age 61, has worked as an office manager for almost 25 years. She also is ready to retire but wants to make sure it’s the smart thing for them to do. They have around $750,000 in retirement accounts and $150,000 in other savings. Raj will also receive a small monthly pension and they will both have Social Security.
They saw their investments take a hit during the 2008 financial crisis and they are worried about that happening again. They will receive around $30,000 per year from Social Security. They live a modest lifestyle but know they will need to use their savings to fill the gap in income from costs not covered by Social Security and their pension. They want a strategy for predictable income and a plan for how they can enjoy their retirement, not just survive it. Raj is also concerned that Maya is taken care of should the need arise, and she is on her own.
After getting to know the couple, Hunt Country Wealth Management will design a Sovereign Series™ Retirement Plan with the following goals:
- Limit the risk of a bad stock market derailing their retirement.
- Optimize their Social Security and Pension Plan.
- Create a plan to preserve their principal.
- Protect their standard of living against inflation by planning for a rising income for 30 years of retirement and beyond.
- Plan for health insurance costs until they reach age 65 and qualify for Medicare.
- Show exactly which retirement savings accounts to use first, when and how.
- Create a system for how their income will be directly deposited into their bank account and taxes will be withheld.
Expected Results for Raj and Maya:
- Raj and Maya know exactly how much income they can expect.
- They can retire on their terms, when they want, with certainty and confidence.
- They feel secure knowing they have planned for today and for their future.
- Raj feels good knowing that Maya has both a plan and a relationship that will last throughout their retirement even if something happens to him.
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Our Services
Looking for retirement assistance? Look no further! At Hunt Country Wealth Management, we specialize in retirement planning. We offer two services tailored to your needs as you approach retirement. Our Retirement Audit™ is a quick way to find out if you're on track and help you prepare. The Sovereign Series™ Retirement Plan is a comprehensive in-depth financial plan that provides a roadmap to transition into retirement with confidence. Not sure which service you need? We can help with that too.
This service was designed for those who want to...
- Feel confident and prepared for retirement.
- Know the amount/regularity of income your resources can produce.
- Have control over your financial future and clarity of direction.
Looking for better control over your investment strategy? Align your investment portfolios with your goals using our exclusive Guided Investing™ service. Our comprehensive investment management helps you create a strategic plan, with tailored strategies to optimize and preserve your resources. It starts by identifying your goals and can be personalized for retirement, wealth building, risk management, or multiple objectives. Feel supported and empowered as you make progress towards your financial milestones.
This service was designed for those who want to...
- Feel more confident in their investment decisions.
- Design a strategy to reach planned financial milestones such as retirement.
- Collaborate with a professional to manage risk and monitor performance.
Are you interested in discussing a unique financial situation? If you have any general financial or investment-related inquiries and prefer a collaborative approach to address them, we would be delighted to assist you. Our Hunt Country Hourly Planning™ service offers financial advice on an hourly basis, without minimum asset or income requirements. With tailored recommendations and insights from our experienced professionals, get answers to your questions and valuable guidance.
This service was designed for those who want to...
- Gain clarity on intricate financial situations with professional guidance.
- Make informed decisions on personal finances, investments, or estate planning.
- Access financial advice as needed.
We believe retirement should free you. It all starts with a plan.
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