Protect the principle
We have been taught "buy term and invest the rest". How has this investment worked out for us when it comes to retirement?
Not too good as I recall.
The average 401k has on average about 88k in these accounts. People are living long due to advanents in technology. So, how long do you think it will take for this money to be completely gone? On average 3 to 5 years.
This is the reason some people who have retired are forced to either come back to the workforce or stay in it longer. Based on data from federal agencies that track the job market, there has been an increase in the last 10 years of those who are forced to end retirement early.
Don't you desire to enjoy your time and still have money coming in? Yes and you can!
There is an alternative that will allow for guaranteed lifetime income. Something a 401k and/or a Roth IRA cannot. Interested in learning about this little know strategy that both the banks and the wealthy utilize?
Send me a direct message or click the link in my bio to set up time to discuss alternatives.
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