Download the <a href='https://www.elevatefinances.us/retirement-readiness-checklist'>Retirement Readiness Checklist</a> now to take the first step toward a clear and confident retirement plan! In part three of the Retirement 101 series, the focus is on creating an estimated retirement budget. The episode guides listeners through important steps such as identifying recurring expenses, recognizing what costs will decrease post-retirement, and planning for new expenses like medical premiums.  It also explains how to calculate your annual expenses and retirement savings gap. The importance of consistent retirement savings and strategies for auditing and simplifying current expenses to better align with retirement goals are discussed. 00:58 Recap of Parts One and Two01:49 Preparing for Retirement: 2-3 Years Out02:16 Creating an Estimated Retirement Budget03:06 Understanding and Adjusting Expenses08:01 Estimating Retirement Income09:04 Defining Your Retirement Savings Gap13:32 Strategies for Closing the Savings Gap 💜 Book your free <a href='https://www.elevatefinances.us/ready'>Retirement Ready Q&A Call</a> 💰 Join the <a href='https://www.elevatefinances.us/workshop'>Retirement Ready Workshop</a> ✨ Connect with me on <a href='https://www.instagram.com/elevate_finances/'>Instagram</a>

Download the Retirement Readiness Checklist now to take the first step toward a clear and confident retirement plan! In part three of the Retirement 101 series, the focus is on creating an estimated retirement budget. The episode guides listeners through important steps such as identifying recurring expenses, recognizing what costs will decrease post-retirement, and planning for new expenses like medical premiums. It also explains how to calculate your annual expenses and retirement savings gap. The importance of consistent retirement savings and strategies for auditing and simplifying current expenses to better align with retirement goals are discussed. 00:58 Recap of Parts One and Two 01:49 Preparing for Retirement: 2-3 Years Out 02:16 Creating an Estimated Retirement Budget 03:06 Understanding and Adjusting Expenses 08:01 Estimating Retirement Income 09:04 Defining Your Retirement Savings Gap 13:32 Strategies for Closing the Savings Gap 💜 Book your free Retirement Ready Q&A Call 💰 Join the Retirement Ready Workshop ✨ Connect with me on Instagram

Download the <a href="https://www.elevatefinances.us/retirement-readiness-checklist" rel="noopener noreferrer">Retirement Readiness Checklist</a> now to take the first step toward a clear and confident retirement plan! In part three of the Retirement 101 series, the focus is on creating an estimated retirement budget. The episode guides listeners through important steps such as identifying recurring expenses, recognizing what costs will decrease post-retirement, and planning for new expenses like medical premiums.&nbsp; It also explains how to calculate your annual expenses and retirement savings gap. The importance of consistent retirement savings and strategies for auditing and simplifying current expenses to better align with retirement goals are discussed. 00:58 Recap of Parts One and Two01:49 Preparing for Retirement: 2-3 Years Out02:16 Creating an Estimated Retirement Budget03:06 Understanding and Adjusting Expenses08:01 Estimating Retirement Income09:04 Defining Your Retirement Savings Gap13:32 Strategies for Closing the Savings Gap 💜 Book your free <a href="https://www.elevatefinances.us/ready" rel="noopener noreferrer">Retirement Ready Q&amp;A Call</a> 💰 Join the <a href="https://www.elevatefinances.us/workshop" rel="noopener noreferrer">Retirement Ready Workshop</a> ✨ Connect with me on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/elevate_finances/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a>

Ep 96 | Retirement 101: The Essential Steps to Estimate Your Retirement Budget

The Podcast That Helps Gen Xers Retire Up to 5 Years Sooner&nbsp; Top 5% Personal Finance Podcast You’ve worked hard for decades, but now the big questions are creeping in: 👉 Will I have enough to retire?👉&nbsp; Is it too late to start retirement planning? Welcome to Wealthy After 40, the podcast for Gen X women and couples who want to feel confident and clear about how to retire, even if you’re starting late or feel behind on your retirement savings. I’m Dalene Higgins, a financial and retirement coach helping Gen Xers take control of their money through simple retirement systems that work now and later.&nbsp; Together, we build a personalized money system that aligns with your values and lifestyle, so you can budget with confidence, save consistently, and create a clear path to retire on your own terms. Each week, you’ll get step-by-step guidance for retirement planning, smart budgeting strategies, and realistic ways to grow your savings, both your emergency fund and retirement savings, without overwhelm. If you’re ready to stop stressing about money, build a financial plan you trust, and create a future you’re excited about, this podcast is for you. Retirement isn’t out of reach. Let’s simplify your next steps with clear advice on how to retire, starting today. Book your free 30-minute Q&amp;A call. This is your chance to bring one question or challenge and get clear, personalized guidance. Whether it’s budgeting, savings priorities, retirement timelines, or simply “Where do I start?”, you’ll leave with a confident next step. 👉 <a href="https://tidycal.com/elevatefinancesllc/coffee-chat20240421134741">Click here to book your free call</a> Or visit my website <a href="http://www.elevatefinances.us">www.elevatefinances.us</a> to learn more about financial coaching and find free resources to support your retirement planning journey.

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The Podcast That Helps Gen Xers Retire Up to 5 Years Sooner  Top 5% Personal Finance Podcast You’ve worked hard for decades, but now the big questions are creeping in: 👉 Will I have enough to retire? 👉  Is it too late to start retirement planning? Welcome to Wealthy After 40, the podcast for Gen X women and couples who want to feel confident and clear about how to retire, even if you’re starting late or feel behind on your retirement savings. I’m Dalene Higgins, a financial and retirement coach helping Gen Xers take control of their money through simple retirement systems that work now and later.  Together, we build a personalized money system that aligns with your values and lifestyle, so you can budget with confidence, save consistently, and create a clear path to retire on your own terms. Each week, you’ll get step-by-step guidance for retirement planning, smart budgeting strategies, and realistic ways to grow your savings, both your emergency fund and retirement savings, without overwhelm. If you’re ready to stop stressing about money, build a financial plan you trust, and create a future you’re excited about, this podcast is for you. Retirement isn’t out of reach. Let’s simplify your next steps with clear advice on how to retire, starting today. Book your free 30-minute Q&A call. This is your chance to bring one question or challenge and get clear, personalized guidance. Whether it’s budgeting, savings priorities, retirement timelines, or simply “Where do I start?”, you’ll leave with a confident next step. 👉 Click here to book your free call Or visit my website www.elevatefinances.us to learn more about financial coaching and find free resources to support your retirement planning journey.

The Podcast That Helps Gen Xers Retire Up to 5 Years Sooner&nbsp; Top 5% Personal Finance Podcast You’ve worked hard for decades, but now the big questions are creeping in: 👉 Will I have enough to retire?👉&nbsp; Is it too late to start retirement planning? Welcome to Wealthy After 40, the podcast for Gen X women and couples who want to feel confident and clear about how to retire, even if you’re starting late or feel behind on your retirement savings. I’m Dalene Higgins, a financial and retirement coach helping Gen Xers take control of their money through simple retirement systems that work now and later.&nbsp; Together, we build a personalized money system that aligns with your values and lifestyle, so you can budget with confidence, save consistently, and create a clear path to retire on your own terms. Each week, you’ll get step-by-step guidance for retirement planning, smart budgeting strategies, and realistic ways to grow your savings, both your emergency fund and retirement savings, without overwhelm. If you’re ready to stop stressing about money, build a financial plan you trust, and create a future you’re excited about, this podcast is for you. Retirement isn’t out of reach. Let’s simplify your next steps with clear advice on how to retire, starting today. Book your free 30-minute Q&amp;A call. This is your chance to bring one question or challenge and get clear, personalized guidance. Whether it’s budgeting, savings priorities, retirement timelines, or simply “Where do I start?”, you’ll leave with a confident next step. 👉 <a href="https://tidycal.com/elevatefinancesllc/coffee-chat20240421134741" rel="noopener noreferrer">Click here to book your free call</a> Or visit my website <a href="http://www.elevatefinances.us" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.elevatefinances.us</a> to learn more about financial coaching and find free resources to support your retirement planning journey.

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