How Much Is Enough To Retire Comfortably (updated for 2024)

[@MichaelGillespie-MG]

< I'm loving my retirement so far! My wife and I worked hard to reach this point - we're both retired, debt-free, and fortunate to have over $3 million in net worth. We achieved this through a saving and investing lifestyle in the stock market, which now generates weekly income for us. And now, we get to enjoy the fruits of our labor! We're traveling, golfing, and spending quality time with the grandkids. We feel grateful to be living smart and frugal, making the most of our golden years.

[@Mohammed00785]

Absolutely! I'm in the same boat. I just got back from a road trip across the country. It's amazing how much energy and freedom we have now. Make the most of it, because it won't last forever!

[@JOEY-HUFF]

I'm a young dad and I'm really glad to hear your story - it inspires me! I'm still working, but I'm counting down the days until I can enjoy my retirement Years. Can you please share your tips? What's the key to achieving this milestone and making the most of your retirement years? Any tips would be greatly appreciated!

[@MichaelGillespie-MG]

Building a successful retirement requires discipline and strategy. Our journey's key takeaways include starting early, living below our means, diversifying investments, creating multiple income streams, planning for taxes, prioritizing relationships, and maintaining an active and healthy lifestyle.

[@MichaelGillespie-MG]

Additionally consult with a fiduciary advisor, who can help grow your funds, Create a personalized plan and better prepare you for a successful retirement. we are with Tracy Britt Cool Consulting a US-based fiduciary. Check online if she meets your requirements.

[@Dylanchris8048]

I hit $3 million in my late 40's and hope to reach a $5-6 million net worth by age 65. Most of my friends retired at age 50 with $5-10 million net worth. I am far behind my peers and am working harder than ever to catch up!

[@ЕленаФирсова-ц6м]

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.

[@YinusaSaheed]

I feel your pain mate, as a fellow retiree, I’d suggest you look into passive index fund investing and learn some more. For me, I had my share of ups and downs when I first started looking for a consistent passive income so I hired an expert advisor for aid, and following her advice, I poured $30k in value stocks and digital assets, Up to 200k so far and pretty sure I'm ready for whatever comes...

[@ЕленаФирсова-ц6м]

@@YinusaSaheed 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

[@YinusaSaheed]

@@ЕленаФирсова-ц6м My advisor is *MARGARET MOLLI ALVEY*

[@YinusaSaheed]

You can look her up online

[@YinusaSaheed]

Nah I Can't say I can relate, *MARGARET MOLLI ALVEY* charge is one-off and pretty reasonable when compared to what I benefit in returns.

[@Rogerederer-b2r]

I was reading this article that said Americans in their 40s are the least prepared for retirement. It makes sense when you think about it. Most people are busy with mortgages, kids, or paying off debt, so retirement planning takes a back seat.

[@WilliamsF-e8r]

That’s true, but the 40s are also a crucial time to start catching up if you’re behind. You still have about 20 years before retirement, so compounding can work in your favour if you’re consistent.

[@Rie.G-r3w]

I learned the hard way. I didn’t start saving seriously until I was 42, and I realised how much I was leaving on the table. Now I max out my 401(k) and put extra into an IRA.

[@KingRoh-t8h]

Grace Lorraine Austin makes a huge difference. I Googled her name and saw she’s highly rated. I decided to work with her, and honestly, it’s been life-changing.

[@Morgangreen-b1l]

I’ve heard of Grace Lorraine, Didn’t someone leave a testimonial saying she helped them double their retirement savings in just five years? That’s impressive.

[@KingRoh-t8h]

Grace Lorraine Austin even showed me how I could invest more aggressively now to build wealth, then transition to safer options closer to retirement.

[@ChristopherAbelman]

Most Americans find it hard to retire comfortably amid economy downtrend. Some have close to nothing going into retirement, my question is, will you pay off mortgage as a near-retiree, or spread money for cashflow, to afford lifestyle after retirement?

[@HildaBennet]

as most investing-related questions, the answer is, it depends.. my best suggestion is to consider advisory management

[@DaliaCohen2230]

Agreed the role of advisors can only be overlooked, but not denied. I remember in early 2020, during covid-outbreak, my portfolio worth around $300k took a slight fall, apparently due to the pandemic crash, at once I consulted an advisor in order to avoid panic-selling. As of today, my account has yielded big fat yields, and leverages on 7-figure, only cos I delegate my excesses right.

[@bartlyAD]

this is huge! mind if I look up the consultant that guides you please? only invest in my 401k through my employer for now, but enthused about diversifying my investments for a prosperous financial future

[@DaliaCohen2230]

Google Sonya Lee Mitchell and do your own research. She has portfolio management down to a science

[@bartlyAD]

Thanks for sharing, I just looked her up on the web and I would say she really has an impressive background in investing. I will write her an e-mail shortly.

[@DonaldMark-ne7se]

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.

[@Jamessmith-12]

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!

[@JacquelinePerrira]

That's awesome! Investing in stocks with a reliable trading system can lead to great outcomes. It's fantastic that you've been working with a financial advisor for a year now. Starting with less than $200K and being just $19,000 away from making half a million in profit is impressive! Keep up the good work!

[@kevinmarten]

Mind if I ask you to recommend this particular coach you using their service?

[@JacquelinePerrira]

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..

[@kevinmarten]

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.

[@EliWesley9]

I Hit 12k today trading. Started last month 2024. Financial education is indeed required for more than 70% of the society in the country as very few are literate on the subject. thanks to Louise O'Brien for helping me achieve this.

[@DanetteAguilar01]

I'm new at this, please how can I reach her?

[@EliWesley9]

SHE IS ON TELE GRAM.

[@EliWesley9]

She communicates on tele gram..

[@EliWesley9]

inwithlouise55 ..that's it .

[@EliWesley9]

That’s her user-name

[@NicholasBall130]

My original retirement plan was to retire at 62, work part-time, and save money. However, high prices for everything have severely affected my plan. I'm concerned if people who went through the 2008 financial crisis had an easier time than I am having now. The stock market is worrying me as my income has decreased, and I fear I won't have enough savings for retirement since I can't contribute as much as before.

[@StocksWolf752]

I’m 77 and still working full time. I do enjoy my work, it provides me with purpose and has secured my financial future. Most people are too eager to retire as early as possible. Even if you do retire early, best to get a part time job for the reasons cited above, as well as following many if not all of the suggestions in this video.

[@cowell621]

Accurate asset allocation is crucial. Some use hedging or defensive assets in their portfolio for market downturns. Seeking financial advice is vital. This approach has kept me financially secure for over five years, with a return on investment of nearly $1 million.

[@LiaStrings]

Mind if I ask you to recommend this particular coach you using their service?

[@cowell621]

Sonya lee Mitchell 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.

[@HectorSnipes]

Thank you so much! This is exactly what I needed right now. I wrote her an email and am waiting for her reply. Hopefully, she responds soon. I plan to start the year on a strong financial note.

[@hazzelodazzel]

Just came to leave a comment to say a huge thank you to you! Because of your content I've gone from having 0 in savings and retirement to working out a budget and lifestyle adjustments to enable me to maximise pension contributions, set aside money for emergency savings and contribute to a S&S LISA regularly (even if it's not huge amounts right now). Even managed to get a few bob put away by putting the budget into action. All within a few months. Without info like yours I'd still be frittering away all my cash without thinking about my future (or rainy days) at all. Thank you so much!

[@MeaningfulMoney]

Amazing! Well done for taking radical action! I’m delighted the content has been useful - more power to you, keep going! 👍🏻👊🏻👏🏻

[@ianjames3078]

Caution on LISA for retirement…..see my warning. It’s considered as readily accessible savings if you need unemployment benefit etc.

[@hazzelodazzel]

@@ianjames3078 thank you for the tip - this is a really good thing to know and be aware of. I'm still really new to fiscal responsibility and development, so this is one of those things I would never have considered. Thank you for sharing your experience!

[@malcolmlindley4465]

Excellent video - a bit late for me, as I retired 8 years ago, but I would also add another recommendation: if at all possible, phase your retirement. By this I mean cut down your working days in the years up to full retirement. For many, it might not be possible, of course, but if it is, go for it. The shock from full time to no time working can be massive.

[@ShirlPigram]

Honestly, this concerns me and has left me uneasy. Especially this potential depression, no more a recession. I'm unsure about my $130K account strategy, considering the uncertainty of this whole recession mostly.

[@myah00jordan]

Agreed! this is why I work with one. My $520k portfolio is well-matched for every market season yielding 85% rise from early last year to date. I and my advsor are working on more figures for this year. IMO, financial advisors are the most sought-after professionals after doctors.

[@mulattodavid]

Pls who is this coach that guides you? I’m in dire need of one, my stock portfolio is declining rapidly

[@myah00jordan]

Her name is ‘Melissa Jean Talingdan’ Just research the name. You’d find necessary details to work with a correspondence to set up an appointment.

[@mulattodavid]

I'm pleased with the advisor's prompt and knowledgeable assistance. Their professionalism instills confidence. Looking forward to further discussions.

[@newlife8318]

It's likely a scammer

[@Raniyanhunter]

I just turned 44 and awfully late to investing with barely any portfolio except my 401k, I have a decent amount of cash saved up and with inflation currently soaring AGAIN, I’m getting worried about retirement, my intention is to retire at 55. How best do I maximize my savings of over $110k

[@garnold-l5p]

Retirement is now more difficult than it was in the past. it's all about balancing your risk tolerance with your long-term goals. Maybe consider speaking to an advisor to help in diversifying your portfolio to spread out the risk.

[@Mlanderos-t9e]

Many people often underestimate the effectiveness of a financial adviser in planning for retirement. Over the past 5 years, my FA has consistently restructured and diversified my portfolio and expenses, resulting in over $1 million in gains. While it might not seem like a huge amount, retirement now feels within reach.

[@Anessa-gibson]

Hello, I'm interested in trying this out. Who is your FA, I'm gasping for breath. Have been doing things myself but it's clearly not working

[@Anessa-gibson]

I just looked up her website on google and I would say she really has an impressive background in investing. I have sent her an email hope she gets back to me soon. Thanks

[@peterh9238]

@@Anessa-gibson SCAM SCAM SCAM Reported

[@tonysilke]

I need a way to draw up a plan to set up for retirement while still earning passive income to meet my day to day need and also get charged lesser taxes even while in a higher tax bracket. i want to invest around $250K savings.

[@Nernst96]

Diversify your holdings across several asset types to reduce risk rather than putting all of your eggs in one basket. If you don't know a lot about finances, speak with a financial expert.

[@PatrickLloyd-]

Accurate asset allocation is crucial with an Experts guidance. I have 850k in equity, 300K cash earning 5.25 interest, 685k in 401k, 250k cash account, 120k in car assets ( paid off cars) Gold and silver bars. age is 48. My advisor helped me realign my portfolio to my risk tolerance and it boomed overtime.

[@PhilipDunk]

I’ve been looking to switch to an advisor for a while now. Any help pointing me to who your advisor is?

[@PatrickLloyd-]

Sophie Lynn Carrabus is the licensed advisor I use and i'm just putting this out here because you asked. You can Just search the name. You’d find necessary details to work with to set up an appointment.

[@PhilipDunk]

Thanks a lot for this suggestion. I needed this myself, I looked her up, and I have sent her an email. I hope she gets back to me soon.

[@BettinaBischof]

I am currently in my 50s and This is no time to taper retirement savings. I want to max out my retirement contributions and I also have another $120k in a savings account that I want to invest in a non-retirement account. Where would you invest this as of now?

[@HopesKruses]

Look up, dividend aristocrats. Pick six to ten from that list. Those companies have a track record of 25+ years of paying dividends. Also, you should work with a financial advisor to help set up a well-structured portfolio.

[@BettinaBischof]

@KarenDuncan-o5s Your advisor must be really good. How I can get in touch? My retirement portfolio's decline is a concern, and I could use some guidance.

[@BettinaBischof]

@KarenDuncan-o5s I looked up her name online and found her page. I emailed and made an appointment to talk with her. Thanks for the tip.

[@Hassan-nu3rp]

Dump it in stocks and crypto and if you put it in tbe right crypto you can 3x it easily put if you buy the wrong crypto you can lose everything it is high risk high reward

[@austinbar266]

I am in my early 60s and retired at 53. Lots of people gave me pushback because they had difficulty grasping the concept of not working if you don’t have to. I looked at my life as stages. I earned everything I have now through a lot of hard work, but I owe it to myself to “stop and smell the roses” in my final stage of life. In my case I left the country after I retired and live in Latin America. It allowed me to get away from all the negative things happening in America while appreciating my new environment. I have yet to meet anyone who regrets retirement.

[@joshbarney114]

Nice way to retire. For me, I believe retirees who struggle to meet their basic needs are the ones who could not accumulate enough money during their active years to meet their needs. Retirement choices determine a lot of things. My wife and I both spent same number of years in the civil service, she invested through a wealth manager and myself through the 401k. We both still earning after our retirement.

[@rogerwheelers4322]

It's unfortunate most people don't have such information. I don't really blame people who panic. Lack of information can be a big hurdle. I've been making more than $750k by just investing through an advisor, and I don't have to do much work. Doesn't matter if the economy is misbehaving; great wealth managers will always make returns.

[@FabioOdelega876]

I think this is something I should do, but I've been stalling for a long time now. I don't really know which firm to work with; I feel they are all the same but it seems you’ve got it all worked out with the firm you work with so i surely wouldn’t mind a recommendation.

[@rogerwheelers4322]

I definitely share your sentiment about these firms. Finding financial advisors like *Marisa Michelle Litwinsky* who can assist you on things like investing, insurance, making sure retirement is well funded, going over tax benefits, ways to have a volatility buffer for investment risk would be a very creative option. There will be difficult times ahead, and prudent personal money management will be essential to navigating them.

[@FabioOdelega876]

Marisa has the appearance of being a great authority in her profession. I looked her up online and found her website, which I reviewed and went through to learn more about her credentials, academic background, and employment. She has a fiduciary duty to protect my best interests. I sent her an email outlining my objectives and also booked a session with her; thanks for sharing.

[@Lemariecooper]

I plan to retire or reduce my work hours in five years, and I'm interested in how others allocate their income between savings, spending, and investments. I currently earn about $175K annually but haven't built up much in savings so far.

[@jessicasquire]

There are numerous strategies to achieve high yields during a financial crisis, but it is crucial to undertake such trades with the guidance and supervision of a professional financial advisor to ensure informed decision-making and risk management.

[@Erikkurilla01]

That's true. I've been assisted by a financial advisor for almost a year now. I started with less than $200K, and I'm just $19,000 short of half a million in profit.

[@Erikkurilla01]

Nicole Anastasia Plumlee is the coach that guides, you probably might've come across her before I found her through a Newsweek report, she's quite known in her field, look-her up.

[@simonwiltshire7089]

Scam thread

[@NS-pt9rr]

How is it even possible to earn 175k & not save ? Unbelievable !!

[@Benjaminarmstrong684]

Your videos were great!! I am one of your viewers and have been watching your videos lately. I would like to invest, but I still can't find the right investment to commit to. I will appreciate any help here.

[@Joegolberg1]

I usually go with registered representative; Zachery M Demers, He provides a more grounded approach, looking at factors like market demand, regulatory changes, and adoption trends. This approach enable to make informed decisions rather than solely relying on emotional market dynamics

[@Joegolberg1]

HE'S MOSTLY ON TELEGRAMS, USING THE USERNAME...

[@Joegolberg1]

@Zachfinance

[@TilSchweiger-i3f]

Zachery M Demers has really set the standard for others to follow, we love him here in Canada 🇨🇦 as he has been really helpful and changed lots of life's

[@mc-jl2be]

Unbelievable scammers who jump on these videos

[@TinaJames222]

Hello, I am due for retirement in two years, I'm a senior citizen but I'm curious to know best how people split their pay, how much of it goes into savings, spendings or investments, I earn around $90K per year but nothing to show for it yet.

[@nicolasbenson009]

In this current unstable markets, It is advisable to diversify while retaining 70-80% in secure investments. looking at your budget, you should consider financial advisory.

[@sharonwinson-m8g]

I think you're better off with majority investment in S&P500 and uprising equities cos they always outperform. Also speaking with an advisor can help with pointers. I've been in contact with one I reached through commentaries here, she has been really helpful.

[@Vincent-j8u]

I'm thinking of trying out an advisor, how can one reach a decent advisor like the one you use?

[@sharonwinson-m8g]

Finding financial advisors like Melissa Terri Swayne ” who can assist you shape your portfolio would be a very creative option. There will be difficult times ahead, and prudent personal money management will be essential to navigating them.

[@JacobsErick-u8r]

I copied her whole name and pasted it into my browser; her website appeared immediately, and her qualifications are excellent; thank you for sharing.

[@generalgriffmeister7333]

I'm turning 49 this month and only got wise late last year. The eternal question of "how much is enough to save?" Has almost driven me mad. I'm putting in 30.5% of my earnings and I'm really surprised that I can still live and stuff. It's hard but I've recalibrated. No way I'm working until 67 (barring significant life events, terms and conditions apply). Thank you for helping me feel I'm neither alone nor off track

[@kw8757]

If you're putting away 30..5% of your earnings you definitely are not "off track". 👍

[@jimbrown2688]

​@@kw8757I'd be careful where I put my money. If you're into pension funds and stocks you could be hit really hard prior to retirement and not have time to recover. Don't take advice from KZbin or Internet "gurus". We are now in a very fluid political climate so be very careful how you manage or diversify your resources...

[@tancreddehauteville764]

@@kw8757 Exactly.

[@tancreddehauteville764]

Good move, that will repay you handsomely.

[@eddiewatts7792]

I maxed out on annual and lifetime allowances particually in the last few years of work putting 50% of earnings into AVCs. It did mean skimping a bit but that ive never been extravagant. That enabled me to retirire at 56 on a better income than my previous take home. You do need to over budget as pensions dont keep pace with inflation and the cost of living has gone up perhaps 30% in the last 4 years.

[@AName-pp8di]

The concept of retiring at 67 (let’s be honest it will be 70 by the time a lot of us in our 20’s and 30’s retire) is absolutely crushing. There is no way this is happening to me, I refuse to let the government tell me when I can stop working. 55 is my target.

[@sushilvekaria164]

Unfortunately the gvt is also controlling this by increasing the age you can access private pensions to 57 from Apr 2026. Retiring at 55 isn’t possible unless you have other forms of income besides your pension to depend on.

[@AName-pp8di]

@@sushilvekaria164That’s exactly what I’m talking about, having enough assets in places other than a workplace pension or SIPP to bridge the 5 year gap. Although, the government is probably going to have to make withdrawing any money between 50 and 60 punishing in terms of tax to keep high earners in employment longer to pay for the aging populations state pension. I don’t think there’s any getting away from it ultimately.

[@robvtec]

​@AName-pp8di this is why you need other revenue generating assets that can be drawn upon as savings rather than 'retirement'

[@Gggrrrrrrrr23]

From 2028 the minimum age you can withdraw from a Private pension raises from age 55 to 57.

[@Calventius]

I am 67 and just retired at 108k a year...I am holding out for a fat social security at $3,700. at 70.

[@mulattodavid]

I feel investors should be focusing on under-the-radar stocks, and considering the current rollercoaster nature of the stock market, Because 35% of my $270k portfolio comprises of plummeting stocks which were once revered and i don't know where to go here out of devastation

[@HettieClausenTl]

Safest approach i feel to tackle it is to diversify investments. By spreading investments across different asset classes, like bonds, real estate, and international stocks, they can reduce the impact of a market meltdown

[@SolemnBankingplc]

No doubt, having the right plan is invaluable, my portfolio is well-matched for every season of the market and recently hit 100% rise from early last year. I and my CFP are working on a 7 figure ballpark goal, tho this could take till Q3 2024.

[@matteohenry33]

Please can you leave the info of your lnvestment advisor here? I’m in dire need for one

[@SolemnBankingplc]

Celia Kathleen Martel is the licensed advisor I use. Just search the name. You’d find necessary details to work with to set up an appointment.

[@matteohenry33]

I just googled her and I'm really impressed with her credentials; I reached out to her since I need all the assistance I can get. I just scheduled a caII.

[@kevinpreston5794]

Love this one Pete. The only thing I’d add is the thing I bang on to my daughters about all the time; the earlier you start the easier it will be. (That and “a man is not a financial plan” 😜)

[@wizzyno1566]

But a good man is a good financial plan. It's an option women have.

[@kevinpreston5794]

@@wizzyno1566 I’d rather my daughters be financially independent of anyone (especially me 🤞)

[@MeaningfulMoney]

Love it!

[@mjmf1430]

@@wizzyno1566A good man may be hard to find. Let’s work on the assumption that they are liabilities in general. 😊

[@JivanPal]

@@wizzyno1566 That's equivalent to having a man say, "a good woman is a good financial plan. It's an option men have." Not exactly a very good option for either category.

[@dannywalters958]

Somebody once said, You can never save enough for retirement but that doesn't mean you shouldn't try anyway. Take your health seriously now to reduce the financial burden of failing/ill health and ACTIVELY plan your retirement so you can still make money even then. Goodluck to us all.

[@user-zl5gn5lg6]

That's very true. Besides IRA and 401k, are there other ways we can prepare ahead of time for our retirement? Mine draws nearer by the day and I'm gradually going into panic mode

[@hildredscali1754]

No need to panic... The simplest way is to save more and invest those savings in profitable ventures (you must either understand what you're going into or get the services of a professional so you don't end up losing your savings)… I have made a couple of thousands yearly for the past 3 years through only stocks and Etfs and if I can keep at it, I won't have much to fear even with less than 6 years to my retirement...

[@user-zl5gn5lg6]

By professional, do you mean an FA? Did you use one? What are the steps for getting one? Like a really good one? I could definitely use external help right now. Thanks

[@hildredscali1754]

Yeah I did. I think you should start by looking out for those from reputable firms and good track records. You should also make sure the person is licensed. Personally, I use Marie Kelly Matwick. She's good and you could also check her out.

[@_king_james_23]

not true. my dad saved up a lot for retirement man

[@boltonw514]

I am 55 years old and currently putting a considerable amount of my salary into my pension but I am also saving about £400-£600 per month into my ISA. My question is, is it better to put that ISA money into my pension as I then get all the tax relief on it and therefore there is more money in the pension pot to try and gain from the investment fund growth? This question has baffled me for a while. Please help 😕

[@BradleyMaurice226]

Get a financial advisor man! Been with Becky Lou Gordon for over 9 years now. I have been able to retire at 59 and have over $1m in savings

[@EdwinBoettcher]

I am in my early 60s and retired at 53. Lots of people gave me pushback because they had difficulty grasping the concept of not working if you don’t have to. I looked at my life as stages. I earned everything I have now through a lot of hard work, but I owe it to myself to “stop and smell the roses” in my final stage of life. In my case I left the country after I retired and live in Latin America. It allowed me to get away from all the negative things happening in America while appreciating my new environment. I have yet to meet anyone who regrets retirement. I still give kudos to my Financial advisor

[@MrDuncl]

I would ask what easily accessible savings you already have and when you are likely to need to use them. Dreading my next MOT I spent £14000 cash on a car last year. Of course even doing that someone might be able to show that it would have been better to put the money into a pension and buy the car on finance.

[@daveaglasgow]

​@@MrDunclOr just buy an older much cheaper car. Simples.

[@MrDuncl]

@@daveaglasgow That is exactly what I traded in with various warning lights on. After looking around I ended up buying the same model car as I had but with 100000 less miles and a long manufacturer's approved used warranty. Anyway the car cost half what will be paid into my pension this year. Meanwhile a colleague spent £18000 on a new plaything motorbike then retired the next year while another colleague spent £56000 on a brand new Plug in Hybrid months before he retired !

[@LesterHess-t1x]

Hi, I'm a senior citizen who will be retiring in two years, but I'm interested in how people divide their income and how much goes towards investments, savings, or expenditures. I make about $90K annually, but I haven't seen any results yet.

[@wmwoods-l4f]

Diversification is advised in the current volatile markets, but 70-80% of investments should remain safe. Examining your budget, you ought to think about getting financial advice.

[@j.ottinger]

Since they consistently outperform, I believe you would be better off investing primarily in S&P 500 and surging stocks. Getting advice from an expert can also be beneficial. Through these commentaries, I was able to get in touch with one, and she has been quite helpful.

[@karitanaw]

I'm thinking of trying out an advisor, how can one reach a decent advisor like the one you use?

[@j.ottinger]

Finding financial advisors like Annette Marie Holt” who can assist you shape your portfolio would be a very creative option. There will be difficult times ahead, and prudent personal money management will be essential to navigating them.

[@karitanaw]

I copied her whole name and pasted it into my browser; her website appeared immediately, and her qualifications are excellent; thank you for sharing.

[@paularmitage1230]

I’m retired but use a couple of side hustles to supplement my pension. Not a massive amount but it helps. So it’s not all about how much you can save ( although this is essential) it’s what skills or possessions you have that you can use in later life to provide income. I’ve been a collector all my life. My children are not interested in my things and now I enjoy selling them on various platforms in the knowledge that they are going to people that want them.

[@ivanglossop5106]

I have 2 work pensions I retired at 54 years old 7 years ago best thing I ever did

[@RemyMacDonald-w7l]

Great thoughts! I started investing earlier this year. with a start of 30k. I made my first 100k USD last month. Today, I have a decent $260K nest egg. My only regret is not starting earlier. This comment serves as motivation for all those who haven't made returns from investments, do not give up, the right investments will change your life. I should retire soon as long as things remain this good

[@Vanessa5054-s7r]

How did you manage to achieve that level of growth? I'm 55 years old with very little set aside for retirement at this point. I have always been curious about the market and have witnessed people who played the game right and retired early. Some claimed they started very small, but their portfolio grew over time. I do have a significant amount but I’m unsure about which strategies or approach to take in order to achieve good returns. I'm open-minded and would appreciate any help or guidance

[@RemyMacDonald-w7l]

I was once in your position. Diversification did it for me. I ventured into real estate crowdfunding, stocks, and the digital market, with the help of my CFA. You need a CFA who can assist you in managing your portfolio while diversifying your investments

[@Vanessa5054-s7r]

Can you recommend? It's not common to find a good one

[@RemyMacDonald-w7l]

Robert Carlos Wright is my CFA... His expertise in market knowledge and asset management is truly top-notch. Do your research, google his full name you'll find his details on IAPD or SEC

[@Vanessa5054-s7r]

Just did. I found his qualifications, also saw him on the CBC market interview. How can I reach him?

[@johntnguyen9917]

Lately, l've been reflecting on my retirement plans and questioning whether my 401(k) and IRA will ensure a secure future. Additionally, I've invested $800K in the stock market but I have experienced fluctuations and modest returns. I'm seeking an approach that matches my risk tolerance and aligns with my financial goals.

[@JeffreyTuck-x4f]

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.

[@DeborahPatterson-v5k]

I just checked him out on google and I have sent him an email. I hope he gets back to me soon.

[@vernhill-wv7pp]

He sounds like a great guy . I have around 42 million to invest and like to take big risks. How can I give hi m all my money?

[@pete1927]

How much are going to need when you are 82, pissing in a bag and barely able to walk to the local shops. The only winners are financial advisors.😂

[@IfranReinfeld]

Amazing video, A friend of mine referred me to a financial adviser sometime ago and we got talking about investment and money. I started investing with $120k and in the first 2 months , my portfolio was reading $274,800. Crazy right!, I decided to reinvest my profit and gets more interesting. For over a year we have been working together making consistent profit just bought my second home 2 weeks ago and care for my family...

[@FreuleinBey]

I’ve been forced to find additional sources of income as I got retrenched. I barely have time to continue trading and watch my investments since I had my second daughter. Do you think I should take a break for a while from the market and focus on other things or return whenever I have free time or is it a continuous process? Thanks...

[@IfranReinfeld]

@@FreuleinBey Quitting may not be the best approach if you ask me. This is where an AI comes into the picture. I barely have time to trade myself as my job swallows up most of my time. *MARGARET MOLLI ALVEY* ..

[@FreuleinBey]

@@IfranReinfeld Oh please I’d love that. Thanks!.

[@IfranReinfeld]

*MARGARET MOLLI ALVEY*

[@IfranReinfeld]

Lookup with her name on the webpage.

[@jonathangiles4854]

Great video as usual. 41 and on track for a 55 retirement. I’ve taught my kids what compound interest is and they are 12 & 8! 😂

[@paulleach1164]

Compound Interest - 8th wonder of the world!

[@cannavaras]

You will not be able to draw a pension at 55?

[@Olea-i2d]

I’m 55 from South-Yorkshire but worked overseas all my life. I have savings of €1 million and I'm ready for retirement, only concerned about the soaring inflation. Is this enough to retire happily or do I need some sort of money management?

[@CHANCEY-h4d]

Glad to hear from another buckeye! comfortable retirement depends on your lifestyle...

[@JIANHENGLUG]

Generally speaking, a good number of people discredit the effectiveness of a certified fiduciary in planning for retirement, For over the past 10years, I’ve had a CFA consistently restructure and diversify my portfolio/expenses and I’ve made over 3m in gains.Might not be a lot but retirement doesn’t seem so farfetched anymore.

[@JIANHENGLUG]

I've stuck with the popularly ‘’Jennifer Leigh Hickman” for about five years now, and her performance has been consistently impressive. She’s quite known in her field, look her up.

[@shaungregory1789]

@@Olea-i2d Hi, a shared experience, invested funds into a SIPP and was waking up to 8k growth, 15k growth and one time 27k over night. We are getting 10% approx at the moment but keep to 20% tax rate level for income withdrawals, partner keeps to 0% tax rate. Our FA has set up a cascade system that keeps us 5 years away from investment fluctuations and inflation worries. Hope this helps.

[@Renegadeproject]

Stop ✋️

[@isabellahodge4162]

Do not rely on having your spouse's pension contributing to the household figure though! I'm two months off retirement age and my husband and I were looking forwards to being relatively comfortable, what with two state pensions and his decent workplace pension. Then he passed away and I'll be down to one state pension and half his workplace pension. Fortunately I have other resources and I was always intending to carry on working for another few years part time, I will be okay. But during the planning of this my husband did not factor in him passing away first. (If I had gone first he would have been fine with state and work pension.) So I made my own back up plans and am very glad I did.

[@lemonyfab]

So sorry for your loss. Every best wish for the future ❤

[@robinkeck9950]

Now that is an excellent video. Sound, considered and well presented advice. Thank you.

[@sollyolly9547]

Unusually good video! Thanks mate. I think that I'm pretty financially savvy and have worked out a whole range of scenarios (aiming at retiring at 60), but there's no such thing as 'too much information'! Good vids, appreciate it.

[@Willi-w1q]

Its worse here, our economy is like a flailing fish, fighting for its life. The normal state of the U.S. economy is actually very bad. Because of this it goes into convulsive spasms fighting to grow any way it can out of desperation. Tricks, gimmicks, rule changes try to stimulate the economy and prevent it from falling but they only bring temporary relief to people since, when you factor in inflation we are declining.

[@newlife8318]

End of the middle classes, millions of children living in poverty in UK and USA and Australia. We're all circling the drain.

[@vernhill-wv7pp]

I love Nicole. She's great. No really, she's the best. Just ask my mate Dave. He's met her and says she can breath through her nose, all sophisticated like!

[@peterh9238]

yet another Scam thread

[@stevenclark2719]

i always find these videos helpful when they tell me i should save monthly more money than i can earn. Thankfully my children aren't in the same position due to their hard work and my banging on about starting a pension as soon as you can.

[@oilburner225]

Now in my 70's, I retired at 65. I worked from the age of 15 to the age of 65, sometimes working up to 70 hours per week. Throughout my working life there was enough to pay all my bills etc though certainly nothing left for savings. I now live on my basic state pension, it's enough to cover all my expenses. Why are people spending their working life worrying about pensions? I was always taught to 'cut the clothe to suit'.

[@donone7686]

amen

[@yomia2477]

Having just spent a considerable sum on an IFA (retirement financial planning), and rarely (if ever) commenting on videos - this is a great video. Very well structured and delivered. I have subscribed.

[@V.stones]

I’ve been trying to figure out how much I need to retire comfortably, but it feels overwhelming. Between inflation, healthcare costs, and potential market downturns, it’s hard to know where to start. I don’t want to run out of money, but I also don’t want to over-save and miss enjoying life now.

[@Franky-j6e]

That’s exactly the challenge most of us face. One mistake people make is underestimating future expenses, especially healthcare and lifestyle inflation. Another is assuming Social Security will cover everything-it won’t. Building a diverse portfolio is crucial, but I’d say avoiding emotional investing and procrastination is just as important.

[@Adam-dm8wg]

After a devastating hurricane destroyed my beachside business in 2017, I vowed to never again put all my eggs in one basket. I've since diversified my investments and hired a financial advisor to manage my excess funds. Now, as a semi-retired sailor, I spend only 9 hours a week maintaining my yacht, and I'm thrilled to be just 5% shy of my $3.4 million retirement goal, thanks to savvy investments made since rebuilding my finances

[@Larry1-pl2wq]

Thanks for sharing your experience! I've been managing my portfolio myself, but it's not working out. Do you have any recommendations for a good investment advisor? I could really use some help

[@Adam-dm8wg]

My CFA, Joseph Nick Cahill, is a renowned figure in his field. I recommend researching his name online; you'll find all his credentials and everything you need to work with a reliable professional. With many years of experience, he is a valuable resource for anyone looking to navigate the financial market.

[@user-dc4kv5ci5w]

just the fact that you admit there are "assumptions" (educated guesses) that go into planning you are ahead of the rest of the planner pack. Great job.

[@MeaningfulMoney]

Thank you!

[@Oxers-KO]

Brilliant video as always Pete - I really like your bullish comments about investing aggressively - Many of the default pension funds and ISA’s underperform, so I took control and invested in low cost Vangard funds instead, 2/3 in US equities and 1/3 Worldwide. It was the best thing I ever did.

[@AricTrey-g2f]

Your tips are super practical and make it feel less overwhelming. Thanks for breaking it down in such an easy-to-understand way!

[@E.GCreates]

I've been thinking about retiring recently. Additionally, I placed $800K in the S&P 500 to safeguard my financial future. I need to find a strategy for investing in companies that will match my risk tolerance and financial objectives, such as Nvidia and, of course, AI stocks, but it seems like the market is now gloomy.

[@Dailypalamides]

While the market is promising, expert guidance is essential for effective portfolio management.

[@GregMerchant]

A lot of folks downplay the role of advisors until being burnt by their own emotions. I remember couple summers back, after my lengthy divorce, I needed a good boost to help my business stay afloat, hence I researched for licensed advisors and came across someone of utmost qualifications. She's helped grow my reserve notwithstanding inflation, from $255k to $750k.

[@Bergenn158]

I've been looking to get one, but have been kind of relaxed about it. Could you recommend your advisor? I'll be happy to use some help.

[@GregMerchant]

Her name is ‘Dianne Sarah Olson’ Just research the name. You’d find necessary details to work with a correspondence to set up an appointment.

[@Clancysoucie]

Thanks for sharing. I curiously searched for her full name and her website popped up after scrolling a bit. I looked through her credentials and did my due diligence before reaching her.

[@viviancarolgioao]

I’ve been hearing a lot about Roth IRA conversions lately, but I’m confused about whether it’s the right move for me. I’m 47, with a decent 401(k) and a modest traditional IRA. With taxes likely going up in the future, should I start converting now, or am I too late?

[@DonaldStokes-p]

It’s not too late! The key is balancing the tax hit now with long-term benefits. Converting to a Roth IRA can help lock in today’s tax rates, but you have to be careful about bumping into a higher tax bracket. Timing and planning are critical here,consider speaking with a financial advisor

[@SeanTalkoff]

Exactly! One mistake I see people make is converting too much at once and triggering a big tax bill. Another is forgetting how those conversions could impact Medicare premiums or Social Security taxation later. You need a solid strategy to avoid those traps and financial advisors have these strategies, i have been working with one myself and this strategy has allowed me to navigate the financial landscape successfully, making informed decisions . Perhaps you should consider a similar approach.

[@PASCALDAB]

@@SeanTalkoff I've been looking to get one, but have been kind of relaxed about it. Could you recommend your advis0r? I'll be happy to use some help

[@SeanTalkoff]

I've stuck with SHARON ANN MENY since the pandemic, and her performance has been consistently impressive. She’s quite known in her field with over two decades of experience, simply look her up.

[@PASCALDAB]

Thank you for this tip. It was easy to find your coach. Did my due diligence on her before scheduling a phone call with her. She seems proficient considering her resume.

[@HungNguyen-se8dn]

In my humble opinion: ENOUGH means a roof over your head and 2 meals a day! ❤

[@H-222-m]

That’s existing rather than living. If I’ve worked all my life I want to enjoy a couple of holidays each year, days/meals out etc.

[@Wob-rt1sc]

Absolutely - but I need to be able to afford to buy birthday presents for my 2 kids, and to feed, look after and insure my dogs.

[@ianwall9152]

There was one word that sums up the approach - "uncomfortable" if you don't push yourself you will never have enough

[@Rosco1967]

You forget , 80 % of the population don’t live comfortably while they are working . Never mind having enough to put aside for retirement.

[@bobbydwheelhouse]

The videos about retirement not about cost of living

[@huwsparky175303]

That's a very good point.

[@bremensurfing]

I’m not sure about that. Pretty much everyone I know ‘could’ save more into pensions but they choose not to by buying other things for ‘today’ and I don’t mean food and things they need to live on. Most people don’t like to think about retirement and that’s the main problem. They’re never prepared for it. I think most people if they added up their monthly costs of all the bills the need to pay and see what’s left over. That’ll make them realise what they’re choosing to spend the excess money on rather than save for retirement.

[@Rosco1967]

@@bremensurfing I genuinely disagree. As I saw first hand my father with everything in position for retirement . Seemed to be paying a fortune into pension towards the end (maybe not as much as he complained about 😬🤣) but unfortunately all for nothing ! As he suddenly passed which was so frustrating to see . Shows you can’t take it with you .

[@bremensurfing]

@@Rosco1967 sorry to hear what happened to your dad. I’d say you’d have a different opinion though if he lived well in retirement vs others who haven’t saved enough. But also, that’s the one thing you can’t plan for so I still say it’s better so save as much as you can sensibly for retirement even if you don’t get to spend it all. At least you can pass it to your children and make a huge change in their life. But I still think the majority of people can save more than they do. They could at least pay some kind of attention to it and make sure it’s invested properly rather than in the generic safe fund their work puts them in. That’s a free thing they can do with no excuses for.

[@MrLouislaf]

My Dad was never cheap, but frugal. He told me to start early. I started investing small amounts a year, in my early 20s. Over the years, the nest egg has grown. I am now 57 and glad I started early. I will retire in the next year or two. I call it active retirement: do things I really want. Work for fun at a golf course, for example.

[@MeaningfulMoney]

Love this. Starting early is important.

[@nathangreen6286]

How much has the compounding grown to over 30+ years? Getting payed off dividends too? Im early 20s so this is very inspiring to see. I've been investing for the last 3 years with about 30% of my salary.

[@HJM49125]

​@@nathangreen6286keep it going. I'm 45 and my dad also got me into investing in the late 90s. I can recall my SIPP pension, which I pay into in addition to a workplace defined benefit scheme, was only worth about £2k in 2006...fast forward to now and it's nearly 6 figures. I started off with just £40pm payment into it and gradually upped the payment at least once a year.

[@MrLouislaf]

@@nathangreen6286, wow! That is truly impressive. When I started investing in my 401 K, I was 23 years old and the amounts I put in yearly were small compared to you! I put around 1200 $ to 2000 $ a year. As I got older, I invested more depending in the years because as you go through life, there are, of course, expenses (buying a house, having kids, playing sports etc.) That being said, I am now 57 and have several hundred thousands $.

[@Adventures-and-More]

One person’s comfortable is not another’s. If you’re comfortable with the amount you retire with then you have enough to retire comfortably

[@Garrett-lo6pu]

Is really important to acquire as much money as you can before retirement, that's why I make it a priority to invest. Right now my portfolio has good companies, however it has been stalling this year. I’ve approximately $700k stagnant in my reserve that needs growth, any suggestions to grow my portfolio will be highly appreciated.

[@Mosley-vu7ff]

Buying a stock is easy, but buying the right stock without a time-tested strategy is incredibly hard. that's why seeking expert advice is essential.

[@Muller-o4d]

Very true , I diversified my $400K portfolio across multiple market with the aid of an investment advisor, I have been able to generate over $900k in net profit across high dividend yield stocks, ETF and bonds in few months.

[@Tetsu-p3g]

Please can you leave the info of your investment advisor here? I’m in dire need for one.

[@Muller-o4d]

‘’Jenienne Miniter Fagan’’ is the licensed coach I use. Just research the name. You'd find necessary details to work with a correspondence to set up an appointment

[@Aron-r3m]

Thank you for this amazing tip. I just looked up Jenienne, wrote her explaining my financial market goals and scheduled a call

[@WSMK-oz6ru]

I’m planning on retiring at 55. I’m the last month eligible to. I have a 35 years in a Final Salary DB scheme and we have now this financial year gone over to a CARE DB scheme. I pay into AVC’s, stocks & shares ISA and Premium Bonds. I make sacrifices to unable me to retire early but i still have a nice life. The reason I want to retire early is because I no longer enjoy my job and you spend a long time dead!

[@Rosco1967]

My father worked tirelessly to build a decent pension, lived well too . But my point was it turned out totally fruitless as he died a couple of years after retiring..

[@TheSockWomble]

Lucky you to get a final salary pension! Good choice of job all them years ago enjoy it 👍

[@stevegeek]

I retired last year aged 55…100% recommend it! Life’s too short if you don’t enjoy your job and you can afford it. I worked hard and saved hard and enjoy simple things (fortunately!).

[@darrensmith650]

So did I and no regrets.

[@stuartogden1660]

Thanks Pete. I think taking a personal interest in tax/finance has made it all a lot less worrying for me. The unknown can be a major fear for many

[@william_marshal]

You're talking absolute nonsense and telling people they need 700K to live comfortably in retirement is total Bullshite. I semi retired at 62 and fully retired at 65. My income is £16.000 state pension (I don't pay tax on this as it is paid by two different countries) + £2.000 interest from my ISA savings of £85.000. I own a 2 bedroom flat, so I pay no mortgage or Rent. My spending is based mainly on 5 things 1. Council Tax 2. Running a car 3. Heating & Electricity 4. Food & Drinks 5. Other costs including travel Each of the first four costs are approx. £1.000 each, £4.000 in total the fifth cost is flexible and could be anywhere from £2.000 - £4.000 I am living comfortably on £8.000/annum and I am actually saving £10.000/annum, even if I were not a property owner and paying £.6.000 - £8.000 rent I would still be living comfortably and saving part of my income. In the seven years since I retired I have constantly increased my savings, which has been easier since interest rates went up. If somebody needs 700k to live comfortably in retirement then they are living way over their means !!!

[@simonpj145]

I like the video. I’m only a couple of years from target retirement. I’m not sure about the 4% rule, and starting it from 67. Also but harder to model is that you’re likely to need more early in retirement than later on. I think the hardest bit is figuring out what income you will need!

[@adamwestrip7422]

Thanks Pete. I’m going to increase my monthly pension contributions tonight and review in October and again in the New Year.

[@MeaningfulMoney]

Yes Adam! Nice work!

[@stewarthorn8342]

I couldn't possibly manage the figures you suggest, and to preserve my health and sanity, I've just retired at sixty. We have just about enough coming in to live on, and are subsidising it from savings. But here's the important thing: we're going to spend most of our savings by the time we're eighty five or so, thinking that after that we probably won't be travelling as much. I don't think you need to budget assuming you're going to live forever. We're also going to get a boost when I turn sixty seven, so we're plundering our nest egg for the next seven years. The kids can look after themselves...

[@ashamed-n5n]

You mention investing aggressively which I completely agree with if you have a no. of years to go until retirement. For what it’s worth, I have always regarded my state pension as my ‘fixed interest sector’ (very old fashioned line of thought, I know) but which perhaps allows even more scope for a riskier investment strategy. Thank you for the video.

[@MeaningfulMoney]

I think that’s a great line to take, actually

[@kw8757]

That's if Liebour don't decide to means test it before you start to recieve it because then it'll be your "of no interest whatsoever sector" when they decide to give it to someone "less fortunate" than you. I sincerely hope not, but I wouldn't put anything past them.

[@rjw4762]

Once read a quote " Security is not having More, but needing LESS". I'm 56 and intend to retire (with wife) at 61. I have already worked out the BASIC cost of living for the two of us by then - albeit a retirement that is boring as hell with only leisure coming from TV, reading and music. Then I look at what a 'comfortable' retirement means for us - which I think of as the Leisure / Pleasure side + unforseen expenditure (e.g Car Bills etc) - and I've come to a figure that I KNOW we will have coming in to the household in 2029 and beyond - and that's because we have Rental Properties - we actually have very little in the way of Pensions Pots. If I ask people how much their Basic cost of living is, most have no idea at all. This is the starting point, IMO, - and it's not too difficult to calculate.

[@pirikaty]

Im 64 and a businessman. My only advice is to have a small home business using fulfillment (selling stuff online), set up before you retire. This could easily generate £1000/month vs. the extra pension pot you would need to generate an extra £1k/month... It depends on how you perceive retirement. Many people get bored and start a new hobby; why not have a hobby business that pays?

[@drummingspain207]

Very sensible and practical advice, many thanks!

[@AstaKristjan]

The whole point of wealth for me is freedom. My magic number in my mind is 5 million needed at 65 to not worry about anything. Am i better off investing a good portion of my income into stocks or real estate to achieve this goal?

[@Erinmills98]

Varied sources of income is wise and especially living within your means. My net worth is $2M and I can pay my bills with no stress, but I don't live like I have that. I have no complaints.

[@rmh691]

Good memory care in Southern California is $13,000 a month per person. People need to take that into account. Both my parents have been living there for three years so we’re $1 million in.

[@LucaYoung]

Probably a common feeling but anyone younger... start sooner... I wish I had. Thank you for the video I will watch with interest @MeaningfulMoney

[@birdie1585]

I am numerically literate and have a couple of defined benefits pensions. I retired a year early this past February. When I get my state pension, my income will be ROUGHLY 80% of my final salary and because I have modest savings (low £10,000s) and all of that pension income is subject to cost of living rises and suchlike, I really need not worry. My point is that the people who REALLY need to see this and UNDERSTAND it are not in my position. Since retiring, two reasonably close friends have "picked my brains" and what they "know" is mostly total rubbish. All of this, most especially as pensions are now defined contributions, MUST be drummed into kids from secondary school and older.

[@MeaningfulMoney]

I quite agree

[@birdie1585]

@@MeaningfulMoney Even the most basic financial provisioning for later life ought to be a seperate subject at pre O level. Certainly down the qualification/salary chain, appreciation and awareness diminishes, and then disappears. How in this sweet world, can anyone live on UK state pension alone??????? A lot of very average, ordinary people are in this position. Many are completley unaware. I was VERY lucky - I am 65 and amongst the last of those where the state and major employers took all of the responsibility - I did not need to know.

[@wyntendotcg]

In my opinion another important thing to factor in is the performance of the markets in the first few years of retirement. If you're withdrawing from something like a stocks and shares ISA a few years in the red early on during retirement can really impact your portfolio and how long it will last, even when using the 4% rule.

[@davehorton7712]

I am in the fortunate position now of having more income than I did when I was working, I was contributing 32% of may salary plus 8% employer contribution into my pension pot. So now its time to take from the pot, we both have full state pensions and I no longer pay NI so tax deductions from my pot only attract income tax, I deliberatly ensure I do not stray into the higher tax bracket. So I like you have always promoted paying into a pension to anyone that asks, best decision of my life. Lets hope I live long enough to spend most of it. I started paying into pension pots at 18 years of age and as we got more comfortable as we got older (kids left etc.) I put more into my pot, it does make a significant difference if you can do this.

[@boyasaka]

Unfortunately I bet you pass away with far to much money left

[@davehorton7712]

@@boyasaka may be so, no one knows but lets enjoy what we have while we can, during the larger pension contributions for the last 12 years done 31 cruises, 10 USA holiday and many european jollies so still enjoyed ourselves whilst saving, live for the present, hope for a future.

[@weeeeehhhhh]

Average age is around 80 years old, you'd want to plan for 90 at least. Don't want to spend your last years scrimping

[@tancreddehauteville764]

You've done extremely well but most people cannot afford to put such a huge portion of their salary into their retirement fund.

[@tancreddehauteville764]

@@weeeeehhhhh In your last years money will be the last of your worries, trust me.

[@2pac20024eva]

Brilliant as always, Pete. Sensitivity of assumed growth and inflation is so important, I’ve just planned mine at 2.5% inflation and 4.5% growth above inflation (100% equities), but I’m not convinced I’m going to be right! I’m 35 years away from state pension age, but it’s a hefty number if I want £78k after tax in today’s money to cover myself and my spouse from age 55. I’ve only recently added this inflation though as it was a fallacy to track progress against “today’s” figures year after year. Your content continues to keep me on track for a comfortable and hopefully early retirement. Thank you for all that you do 👍

[@tancreddehauteville764]

What???? £78k after tax?? That's near enough to £100k gross. You would need £3M in today's money to generate such an income at 55 - that is one heck of a pot!

[@Aarrenrhonda3]

I have an Investment portfolio that's worth $1million, I don't think that'll be enough for retirement. I need an average risk investment strategy in stocks that'll give me more yield.

[@Derekhoffman312]

As they say, time IN the market is better than trying to time the market. I think you should seek advice from a licensed financial advisor. They’ll give you guide on high risk and low risk investment strategies for your portfolio.

[@NickSlater-t9n]

Pete - your videos and podcasts are great. I really appreciate your guidance.

[@NecroMoz]

I’m a civil servant, on track for about 30k a year plus a nice lump sum. There is no final salary so it’s 30k a year until I die.

[@escobardee]

I agree with all - but after this year lost so many people in thier 40s gonna enjoy life a bit more than worry too much about the future - obviously if I get older will worry about it than . Enjoy life now tomorrow never guaranteed

[@robertmilik3781]

Just what I needed to watch. My wife and I are directors of our farm business and own property, plus small pensions. I am nearly 55, my wife is 52. We have started to save to retire from the farm, and possibly live on rental income, I'd really appreciate you go LIVE and talk about how to earn passive income online and retire comfortably, let’s say $1M.

[@AbrahamRenninger]

I think the market is likely at its best now, but I still believe having a financial advisor is crucial to navigate the market and moderate your risk. Their expertise can really help you make informed decisions.

[@RupertOakeson]

I agree. I've been working with a financial advisor since 2020, and I return up to 15k every month, and I don't even have to lift a finger. Although I also think the reason I make this much is because I started with significant capital

[@chrisjordan8882]

Do you have any recommendations for a good investment advisor? I could really use some help.

[@RupertOakeson]

My CFA, Sonya Lee Mitchell is a renowned figure in her field. I recommend researching her name online; you’ll find all her credentials and everything you need to work with a reliable professional. With many years of experience, she is a valuable resource for anyone looking to navigate the financial market.

[@JackAcid]

Thank you for this brilliant video. I've got crippling Dyscalculia - numbers make almost no sense to me, and as such pensions are a land of total confusion. This video taught me more than any thing I've tried to read or listen to over the last thirty years.

[@davidwhiteman4649]

I set a target of retiring by 55 when I was 40. I’ve chased pay rises, bonuses and promotions since then. Life does have a habit of getting in the way and I had a few unexpected costs. However, I’m 53 now and still can retire at 55 if I choose. It’s having the choice that empowers you. Personally I am going to do another year and use all the money earned in that final year for some luxury purchases like a sports car and maybe a camper van.

[@TechitEasyWorkshop]

Thanks Pete. Practical and helpful as always.

[@joaoperes2258]

Hi Pete, just wanted to say thank you for your content. The balance you put in your work with the fun but still the responsible part of it still present. I follow you for the UK content and The Money Guy from the USA for all things personal finance as I think you both are the most balanced out there. Also it’s great to hear you and Roger on the pod. Keep up the great work 💪

[@MeaningfulMoney]

Heyyyyy - thank you for this! Really glad the content is helpful for you: your kind words are much appreciated. 👍🏻🙏🏻👊🏻

[@davidpearson243]

Iv did a very similar calculation a few years ago we are both retired (2 years ago) now are 57 and 58 we have 25k in DB pensions (2k per month) we also have 130k in a SIPP plus 30k in savings we will both getting the full state pension at 67 With no mortgage we can live on 2k per month we are drawing 1.2 k out of the SIPP to give us 3k per month (this give us “experiences” money) this is well above the 4%rule but the state pension will more than replace the SIPP income We haven’t taken any inheritance into consideration as we have promised our two children any we might receive We decided to have an early retirement plan with slightly less money than work on !!! But the most important thing is to have a PLAN 👍👍👍👍

[@RD-qp3mu]

Dont assume a state pension is an entitlement. Its a benefit and the goalposts can and will be moved.

[@davidpearson243]

@@RD-qp3mu I don’t think it will in the next 10 years but I can certainly see some form of means testing in the future One of the reason to retire early is it might not be wise to have too much money in a savings or pensions

[@michaeli160954]

If you are an instinctive saver, prudent through your life , retirement can be very comfortable.

[@mrt1878]

Great video. I've recently retired and whilst financially I'm doing ok, the finances are far from the most challenging aspect to early retirement. Yes, they are a key component but far from the only one. The transition is tough once you come down from the 'honeymoon period'. The one piece of advice I have is to retire to something. Start a sustainable and fulfilling activity/hobby/past time before you retire to ease yourself into a totally different way of life. Discussing retirement with your partner is also key, what do you both expect. Too many people (and content) focuses too much on the finances and not enough on non financial challenges. That's my take.

[@davidwhiteman4649]

As someone approaching early retirement my wife and I have been discussing this a lot. Fortunately we have shared hobbies that we both love - gym, hiking, skiing and cycling. As long as we are fit and well it’s all good. As the fitness fades we will need to find new activities and hobbies.

[@annlees5955]

I feel lucky to have come across your offices in Penzance today . We are needing to work out our future finance with investments etc Looking forward to our meeting soon to plan our for the future Thanks

[@dominic8218]

Good content kept simple. Thanks Pete 👌🏻

[@TM-uo3fz]

With Salary sacrifice and my company puts in what they save in Ni, for every 58p of sacrificed take home pay I get £1.138 in the pension. Very efficient

[@davidyeo8530]

You can could also do equity release from your property, I know a lot of people think this is a scam. But my wife and I do not have children, so don’t have anyone to leave a legacy too

[@MeaningfulMoney]

In the right circumstances, Equity Release is absolutely the right thing…

[@kw8757]

@@MeaningfulMoney Pete, maybe you could do a video explaining Equity Release and when it might work for some people.

[@HJM49125]

Better to downsize than use some equity release scheme....

[@davidyeo8530]

@@HJM49125 I don’t wont to down size I like where I live thanks.

[@davidyeo8530]

@@HJM49125 I don’t wont to down size I like where I live. Thanks.

[@robertp.wainman4094]

If I'm not concerned with tax relief on pension contributions - is it possible to put a lump sum into my 'With Profits Retirement Annuity Contract' shortly before retirement and will it still attract the same minimum income guarantee that the Prudential has always talked of?

[@henrymitchell9717]

I am 44 and currently have €2 million invested in a Vanguard global ETF alongside some individual stocks. I withdraw over 4% per annum (€100k), adjusted for inflation each year. Hopefully this will last forever, but if the market crashes I have 3 years cash available to buy the dips.

[@markstothard2100]

Put it into gold

[@UbiquitousBooks]

Love your channel, but this was an especially great video. Look forward to the rest of the series.

[@HectorSnipes]

I'll be retiring or working less in five years, and I'm curious about how people split their income-how much goes into savings, spending, or investments? I earn around $175K per year but have almost nothing to show for it yet.

[@VictorBiggerstaff]

There are many ways to achieve high yields during a crisis, but such trades are best done under the supervision of a financial advisor.

[@grego6278]

That's true. I've been assisted by a financial advisor for almost a year now. I started with less than $200K, and I'm just $19,000 short of half a million in profit.

[@crystalcassandra5597]

That's quite impressive! Can you share more information about your financial advisor?

[@grego6278]

Sharon Marissa Wolfe is the coach that guides, you probably might've come across her before I found her through a Newsweek report, she's quite known in her field, look-her up.

[@BateserJoanne]

Thank you for the lead. I searched her up, and I have sent her an email. I hope she gets back to me soon.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

I wonder whether you'd be kind enough to clarify the '4% rule' for me? If you're working on the basis that you can withdraw 4% of the value of your investments every year without drawing on the capital, then why invest at all? Why not stick it in savings accounts, get circa 4.5% without drawing on the capital, and enjoy a slightly higher return with no risk? I appreciate I'm obviously missing something here, just not sure what?

[@RossiPopa]

So far I'm doing good, approaching retirement with about 800k in savings. Transitioning from building wealth to spending can be scary, especially with soaring inflation. My question is, after maxing out my tax-advantaged retirement accounts, what next?

[@RichardMoore-jg5tl]

in my opinion, some financial situations can be handled on your own if you research enough, while others are best navigated in consultation with a financial advisor

[@FusunTumsavas-cq7tp]

Agreed, the role of advisors an only be overlooked but not denied. I was shocked that I made more money with investing than hard work, not even my CEO income. Earning ''return on investment'' fetched me millions within a space of 5 yrs.(But I still enjoy working)

[@RusuSilva]

That's incredible. Could you recommend who you work with? I really could use some help at this moment

[@FusunTumsavas-cq7tp]

Monica Shawn Marti is the licensed advisor I use. Just search the name. You’d find necessary details to work with to set up an appointment.

[@RusuSilva]

Thanks for the info. I searched for her full name and found her website right away. I reviewed her credentials and did my research before reaching out to her.

[@alancotterell9207]

I have a friend who is almost my age. I sometimes phone him to find out if he is still alive. I have another friend who is a bit older - he thinks he is having a nervous break down. I have had enough worry during my lifetime. These days I only worry about the lives my step-grand children might have.

[@Project-Masculinity]

Always quality content

[@MeaningfulMoney]

Thank you!

[@JohnRamsor]

I’m retiring in September at 58. The secret is long term planning and I’ve been planning this for a long time. The younger generation need to be educated so they can do the same before it becomes too late

[@alexsteven.m6414]

In these uncertain times, it's more important than ever to have a solid understanding of how to manage your finances, invest wisely and navigate economic downturns. But my primary concern is how to grow my reserve of $240k which has been sitting duck since forever with zero to no gains, sure I'm all in on the long term game, but with my savings are lying waste to inflation and my portfolio losing gains everyday, I need a remedy.

[@bernisejedeon5888]

Prioritizing effective personal finance management holds greater significance than the sheer amount saved, irrespective of income source. Consulting a certified financial advisor can offer tailored strategies to optimize financial results by reducing expenses and enhancing income, regardless of whether it's earned through employment or investments.

[@minimad8793]

Cheers Pete, another quality update from a master of the seas of finance :)

[@MeaningfulMoney]

Thank you kindly!

[@Sunnyboy711]

I am happy to life in Austria - will get a good State pension @ 65

[@kw8757]

Does Austria have a high level of taxation to pay a good state pension?

[@tancreddehauteville764]

The UK has never had a good state pension - lucky you.

[@Sunnyboy711]

@@kw8757 unfortunately yes - for the pension 22.8%, 10.25 from employee, 12.55% from company. Also the better you earn the more pension will get. And there is a max. Limit what you can get. But to maintain a „normal“ lifestyle it works pretty well.

[@SimonApperley]

I would really like to see a video on how to do financial planning for drawdown. Loads of finance KZbin covers 4%, but working out what you can draw in early active years, versus the quieter years and then finally where care costs increase means it’s a massive challenge for anyone wanting to do some DIY planning. IFA fees I have found are around 1% of the portfolio - if the 4% rule is used as a rule of thumb, the IFA costs are 25% of a retired persons income - that’s a lot… So solid DIY financial planning guidance is desperately needed

[@elephantandcastle838]

You should look at Pete's video on building a cash flow ladder. Also Vanguard Dynamic Spending Model. FI calc is also a useful free app

[@brysoga]

I wont be stopping untill i have enough to maintain my current lifestyle. Id rather work and continue to enjoy life

[@juleswombat5309]

Well, time waits for no Man (or Women)

[@MichaelLedwith-xs2uj]

So tragic but sadly oh so true in many people’s lives . I retired at 60 after having worked since the age of sixteen with hopefully enough to get by. A line from a Jam song called Smithers Jones never left my thinking “ Work and work and work and work till you die because their’s plenty more fish in the sea to fry “.

[@simonm9923]

@@MichaelLedwith-xs2uj appropriately preceded by : It's time to relax Now you've worked your arse off But the only one smiling Is the sun-tanned boss

[@brysoga]

@Calgacus-i9k it's a sad story, let me add to my position that I don't find work particularly inconvenient for the lifestyle it affords me. I've literally never been happier and I'm just not putting a lot of expectations for greater happiness to come from the day I decide to stop logging in.

[@BoninBrighton]

Your current lifestyle is irrelevant, I’m 65 my lifestyle is very different to when I was 45 (thank goodness!) 20 years ago my priorities were clothes, dinner parties, horses, and holidays but now my priorities are real travel, playing saxophone, and cafe society … 2 decades changed things.

[@richardfowler9901]

I don't need much but being happy works for me at 73

[@mrumbug]

My son summed it up perfectly when he said " we are no longer the working class - we are the working poor"

[@boyasaka]

Many working people who think they are poor , waste lots of money Cars and coffee and buying lunches at work are big wealth killers PCP car £400 a month easy One coffee per day £2 x 5 x 52 = £500 a year Lunch £5 a day x 5 x 52 = £1300 a year I have a old car that’s paid for I make coffee at work and take my lunch to work I work with people who earn same as me They have a £400 a month pcp car Bring in a coffee every morning they picked up on way into work And they nip over to Sainsburys every lunch time for a meal deal So same wage as me But they spend £500 a year on coffee £1300 a year on lunches and £4800 a year on they brand new lease car to impress people why don’t really know £6600 blown And they ask how I appear to always have plenty money and have many holidays abroad 🤣

[@jan2000nl]

Poor is a mentality that very few recover from.

[@nickcastings1568]

And with Labour now in power, we will be the working even poorer!

[@stuartburns8657]

​@@boyasakabut rent and house prices about 10 times wages. A few coffees isn't going to detract from the sobering reality

[@nikki_jp4216]

Really? What struck me when I moved to the UK was how much extra one had to pay for because benefits were less (and apparently tax was too). It's value for tax that matters... ​@@nickcastings1568

[@Ian-xq4rt]

100% agree on company pensions, by far the best way to save and get your employer to pay into your pension pot too, try and pay as much as you can if possible, it's all before tax too, so in reality, costs less. Whilst I now have 6 pension pots (2 are final salary so leave them alone!), all tracked in a spreadsheet, I'm more focussed on over paying my mortgage which is my priority, after that I may be able to then put some into savings, but, key for me, I may then decide to retire (or reduce my hours at work if possible). The challenge with pensions, is you're told to pay in as soon as you possibly can, the younger the better, the problem is, most youngsters either can't really afford this or don't see it as a priority because it's so far off (being 57, it goes quickly!).