by Retirement can mean different things for different people. It all depends on how you prepare for it. It also helps that you know what to expect when retirement is in your horizon. Here are some of the things that you should really know about this next important stage of your life.
Social Security Alone Will Not Be Enough
When planning your budget for retirement, bear in mind that depending on Social Security benefits alone will not be enough. They may not be enough to cover the cost of retirement. Your retirement fund should work to supplement your benefits. It is better to come prepared with more than enough funds than realizing only too late that what you have may not last you through a couple of years of retirement.
It Could Last Longer
Many people may have a set idea that their retirement will not last for a long time. They usually just prepare for a decade’s worth of retirement. But future retirees should start considering that based on recent analysis of data, a 65-year old woman has a 50 percent chance of reaching 85. A 65-year old man on the other hand has a 50 percent chance of reaching 82. Thanks to improved developments in the area of health, people now enjoy longer life spans. That means people should try to save more for the long term and early in their working lives.
You Could Still Be Working During Retirement
And because most people realize that they may not have saved enough for retirement, expect more people to still be working at the age when the can be relaxing. People may need some continuous income just to supplement their retirement budget. Others may try to keep working to keep themselves occupied and make better use of their time. But the main reason why most retirees work is for supplementary income.
