{"id":16043,"date":"2023-10-20T14:17:31","date_gmt":"2023-10-20T19:17:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/johnsonwim.com\/?p=16043"},"modified":"2023-10-20T15:18:15","modified_gmt":"2023-10-20T20:18:15","slug":"identifying-risks-and-opportunities-in-retirement","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/johnsonwim.com\/identifying-risks-and-opportunities-in-retirement","title":{"rendered":"Identifying Risks and Opportunities in Retirement"},"content":{"rendered":"

When saving for your golden years, risks and opportunities present themselves in various forms, each with its own set of unique characteristics. Recognizing and effectively managing these elements during retirement is essential to help secure a financial future.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

A substantial risk that looms over many retirees is the fear of running out of money. This uneasiness stems from insufficient savings because people live longer than in previous decades. A <\/span>staggering 21% of U.S. adults<\/span><\/a> openly admit that their most significant financial regret is not starting their retirement savings journey soon enough.<\/span><\/p>\n

In this blog, we will delve into the fundamental aspects of<\/span> retirement planning<\/span><\/a>, equipping you with the knowledge and strategies needed to navigate the potential risks and opportunities accompanying this important life stage. Let\u2019s explore what you need to know to make informed decisions about your retirement.<\/span><\/p>\n

Understanding Risk<\/b><\/h4>\n

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Retirement comes with risks that need careful attention. Financial risks come in different shapes and sizes, such as longevity and inflation. Risk management<\/a> is best understood not as a series of steps but as a cyclical process in which new and ongoing risks are monitored. Risks provide a way to update and review investment planning strategies as new developments occur and then take steps to help protect your nest egg.<\/span><\/p>\n

Retirement planning means finding the best way to help protect the life you’d like to live after you stop earning income from employment. Risk Management should be a part of every <\/span>retirement income plan<\/span><\/a>. Let’s look at some financial risks you will likely find when planning your retirement.<\/span><\/p>\n

Identifying\u00a0Risks<\/b><\/h4>\n

Retirement brings forth a host of monetary risks, with the fear of running out of money at the forefront. Longer life expectancies and insufficient savings create this precarious situation. Let’s delve into retirees’ key financial risks<\/a> and explore strategies to manage them effectively.<\/span><\/p>\n