Retirement

Make sure you've packed your “retirement parachute” before it's too late
Every day I meet new people who continuously worry about the markets trampling on their investments. People feel anxious that investing won't give them enough to survive. You see, retirement plays on most people's minds. And in today's times, the sad thing is, a retirement annuity isn't enough to retire comfortably and support your family. What it really comes down to is answering these two ... ››› more
[18 March 2016]

The number 1 way to protect and grow your retirement nest egg
One of the keys to successful income investing is proper asset allocation, how you balance your portfolio among stocks, bonds, cash, real estate, commodities, gold, and other investments. And asset allocation is not just for your investment portfolio. The can apply the same strategy to your retirement nest egg. Read on to discover the number one way to protect and grow your retirement nest egg… ... ››› more
[07 March 2016]

Planning for your retirement? Here's what a retirement annuity offers you…
Planning for retirement isn't an easy thing to do. There are so many choices about how you can save and invest for your future. One option you have is to contribute to a retirement annuity. So what exactly is a retirement annuity? And how do they work? Read on to find out more… What is a retirement annuity? A retirement annuity is a way to save for your retirement. You can... ››› more
[27 January 2016]

Book review: Start Poor, Retire Rich
If you're anything like me, not having enough money for retirement is something you worry about. I feel I'm running out of time and don't have enough put aside so that I can look forward to a comfortable retirement. So in searching for a way to ensure that I have enough put away for my later years, I came across a book called Start Poor, Retire Rich. From reading this book, I feel I know ... ››› more
[27 January 2016]

How to prepare for retirement
When you retire, you want to be in a financially secure position. This means taking the time now to plan and ensure that you stick to specific retirement planning goals so you achieve this end goal. Read on to find out more… What you need to do before you hit retirement You need to take steps now to ensure that retirement isn’t a time when you’re worrying about money. To do th... ››› more
[21 December 2015]

Don't make this mistake when you retire
One mistake you should avoid making when you retire is to give up your active income. Active income is money you earn through working or from a business you own. You shouldn't confuse it with passive income. This is money you receive from an annuity or pension. So why should you not give up your active income? Read on to find out more… The pitfalls of giving up your active income ... ››› more
[29 October 2015]

Three ways to ensure you have a comfortable retirement
When you're young, you have hopes and dreams for the years that lie ahead. Retirement seems a far off notion that you won't have to worry about now. As you age and you creep closer to retirement age, the reality dawns that you may not be in a financially sound position to ever retire. Things aren't quite like you envisaged them. But you can make changes now that will help you live a comforta... ››› more
[26 October 2015]

How to put your tax-free savings account to use for retirement
There isn't an easy way to prepare for retirement. You'll have to make a lot of choices along the way. If you're contributing to a pension or a retirement annuity, it's good to add some diversification by looking at other ways of saving for your retirement. And you could do this by using your tax-free savings account. Read on to find out more… Investing for retirement with a tax ... ››› more
[22 October 2015]

A guide to planning for retirement through the ages
You most likely already know that the earlier you start preparing for retirement, the better. From when you start work until you reach retirement age, there are certain things you should focus on in terms of planning for your retirement. Let's take a closer look… Planning for retirement in your 20s In your 20s, retirement planning isn’t likely to be top of mind, but this is whe... ››› more
[21 October 2015]

Planning for your retirement? Here are five options to consider…
Planning for your later years is no easy task. There are so many decisions to make. You know you need to make provisions and save for retirement, but what are your options? Read on to find out more about five ways you can fund or top up your retirement savings… How to plan for your retirement Planning for retirement is a time consuming task. Of course, the earlier you start the be... ››› more
[19 October 2015]

Retirement planning: Using endowments to help fund your retirement
Endowments, also known as endowment policies or endowment plans, are essentially savings vehicles provided by life assurance companies. Endowments can be a good option for you to consider for providing additional income once you reach retirement if you sit in a higher tax bracket. Let's take a closer look at endowments… What are endowments? Endowments are targeted savings plans. T... ››› more
[16 October 2015]

How to make your retirement comfortable
You no doubt know that planning for retirement from a young age gives you the best chance of achieving your financial goals for when you get there. To really prepare adequately for retirement, you need to spend time now making some decisions. This will help you plan more effectively. Let's take a closer look… Work out your retirement budget When you retire, the expenses you have n... ››› more
[14 October 2015]

Retirement planning: Dealing with annuities once you retire
When you decide to retire, you need to sort out what you're going to do with your pension. You can take a third of your retirement savings in a lump sum, the remainder must go towards an annuity. So what is an annuity? And what are your options picking one? Read on to find out… What is an annuity? An annuity refers to a payment you receive on an annual basis. When it comes t... ››› more
[07 October 2015]

Preparing for retirement: Is a retirement annuity for you?
A retirement annuity is a popular way to save for your retirement. Since their launch in 1960, many people use them as a way to save for their later years as retirement annuities come with tax benefits. So how does a retirement annuity work? Who are retirement annuities for? And what are the benefits of using a retirement annuity for saving for retirement? Read on to find out... How... ››› more
[06 October 2015]

Delving into pensions: The pros and cons of a provident fund
Making decisions about your retirement and pension isn't easy. If you're young, it's hard to think about your needs when you reach retirement age. And as you get older, you'll start to worry you don't have enough money to last you through retirement. One option you have is to save for retirement through a provident fund. So what exactly is a provident fund? And what are the advantages an... ››› more
[05 October 2015]

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