Stock market losses can devastate a portfolio and your chance for long-term success, but today we’re going to talk about something that could be even more devastating than a stock market loss. You probably think, “What could that be?” because stock market losses can ruin your retirement. The answer is … high fees!
The best way to get to where you dream of being is to make a plan of what needs to be done in order for you to get there. Finances are no different. When it comes to getting ahead in retirement, having a comprehensive written plan that details how to get from where you’re at now to the retirement of your dreams can make all the difference. With a written plan in place, you’ll be able to better gauge your success and be more apt to hold yourself responsible, ensuring that you stay on the right path.
When it comes to business relationships, people have different kinds of friendships and partnerships, but what does that mean for your relationship with your advisor? Because an advisor is someone you’re depending on to help set yourself up for success in retirement, you want an advisor that you can trust and rely on. In this episode of the Peak Financial Freedom Show, Jim and Dan discuss what role your advisor should play in your life and why you may not always love the financial advice you hear. Then, later in the episode, Jim and Dan show you how creating never-ending income in retirement may not be as outlandish of a dream as you may think.
Because of how painful portfolio losses can be to retirees, we created The Golden Rule Of 5% To 10%. The Golden Rule Of 5% To 10% states you should not have your assets positioned to lose more than -5% to a maximum -10% of your total portfolio, even if the stock market crashes and loses -50% or more.
If you are like many retirees, right now you may be very nervous, anxious, and worried about your money simply because you are afraid of suffering through the next big stock market crash. You are not sure how much you could lose, but you know at this time in your life, a big loss could be devastating. If your money is currently unprotected in the stock market, you should be nervous because none of us like uncertainty. Following The Golden Rule Of 5% To 10% may help decrease your worries.
Business owners work day and night for a long time to build their business and make it successful. The business generated you a considerable amount of income every year, but, at some point, you know you’ll make an “Exit.” So the big question is how to turn the sales proceeds from your business and savings into dependable retirement monthly paychecks that will last for as long as you live so you don’t have to worry about running out of money? All you have to do is follow 7 Simple Rules.
Managing finances and planning for retirement can take a big mental toll on you. It’s normal to feel stressed, anxious, so scared about your investments, your savings, and whether or not you’ll have enough money to last your entire retirement. This week, Jim and Dan talk about how having a financial advisor you can trust and a smart financial plan in place can help you combat the fears you have about finances and enter retirement with confidence.
When we think about what drives a lifestyle, the most obvious answer is income. Yet, securing a supportable income in retirement can be tricky when you’re depending on investments in the markets. This episode of Peak Financial Freedom is all about what mistakes you may be making with your investments and savings that end up costing you even more than money in retirement. To avoid these mistakes, Jim and Dan provide some insight into how you can tackle your finances, mitigate the risk in your portfolio, and establish a strong source of income to last you throughout your retirement.
When it comes to retirement, you should prepare to lower your financial risk considerably. In this episode, Jim and Dan share their “Golden Rule of 5-10%” to ensure you’re never in a position to lose too much, even if the stock market were to crash. Far from putting all your money in the bank, though, the guys share how you need to utilize different types of financial instruments in a way that mitigates your financial risk and won’t leave you too open to the market.
If you’re wondering whether you can retire, make sure you’re not playing a guessing game. In this episode, Jim and Dan explain why choosing when to retire is about much more than your age. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, focus on your budget first. Then, you can determine when to retire by creating a full financial plan that takes into account components like income, tax planning, legacy planning, inflation, future medical care, and more.
Many people don’t have a full understanding of what is happening within their investment portfolio. For a full picture of what your money is doing, it can be helpful to think of it within a bucket system. In this episode, Jim and Dan explain the three buckets, as well as how your diversification – the way you choose to balance your buckets – depends on what you want your money to do for you.
