Am I Wrong to Worry About Retirement, with $2 Million Saved?
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Oct 15, 2024
Dive into the complexities of financial stability as listeners question their retirement readiness with varying net worths, including a $2.2 million portfolio. Explore the subjective nature of wealth and the impact of home equity on net worth calculations. Discover the emotional aspects of saving for retirement and the importance of personalized, strategic planning. The conversation also delves into selecting the right financial advisor to navigate these uncertainties, ensuring listeners feel empowered on their financial journeys.
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Personalized Planning
Stop focusing on arbitrary net worth milestones and comparing yourself to others.
Use online calculators to set your own financial goals and track your progress.
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Financial Stability
Objective financial stability isn't tied to arbitrary numbers but to your individual goals and risk tolerance.
Assess your financial situation based on "defense" (managing risk of ruin) and "offense" (achieving personal goals).
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Home and Net Worth
Include your primary residence in your net worth calculation, even if you don't plan to sell.
It represents potential value and is relevant for loan applications or business ventures.
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#549: Steven is stuck on the question of financial stability. How do you know if you have it? Is there an objective answer based on net worth? Or is it a calculation relative to your income and age?
Jack isn’t sure how to factor his house into his net worth. It’s an asset, but he has a mortgage against it, and there are transaction costs associated with selling it. How should he frame it?
Patricia and her husband are debt-free with a $2.2 million net worth, but she’s constantly stressed about their finances. Are her concerns valid? Or is she a financial hypochondriac?
Former financial planner Joe Saul-Sehy and I tackle these three questions in today’s episode.
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