Prepare now for a smooth transition
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Are you and your partner approaching the long-awaited moment of retirement?
This major life change calls for careful planning so you can avoid misunderstandings and disappointment.
Here’s an overview of the best steps to take now to ensure a smooth transition for both of you.
Retirement calls for careful planning so you and your partner can avoid misunderstandings and disappointment. (Supplied)
Reflection
Have you or your partner been experiencing any frustrations or imbalances that have placed a strain on your relationship in recent years? Now’s the time to address them.
Take a moment to reflect on your own to identify bad habits you can improve before retirement.
If your relationship is struggling, you might consider going together for counselling.
Discussion
An essential step in good planning is to sit down with your significant other and have a frank conversation about what each of you expects from retirement.
Do you want to stay active, getting up at dawn to go jogging, or would you rather sleep in? Would you like to have a part-time job or do volunteer work to keep busy? Are you hoping to travel?
Gaining clarity about these matters can help you avoid unpleasant surprises.
Planning
Retirement involves significant financial changes, especially in your sources of income.
To stay on track and avoid regrets, start planning as early as possible. Whether you hope to achieve certain goals or simply want to maintain your desired standard of living, meet with a professional like a financial adviser for guidance on creating a realistic budget and savings strategy.
Start the conversation about retirement today so you and your partner can enjoy a smooth, rewarding and fulfilling retirement together.
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