Wealth of Advice, Swale House, Mandale Business Park, Durham, DH1 1TH
We specialise in simplifying the process of retirement, so you can transition smoothly with a clear plan for your future.
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Whether you're planning ahead for the future or already enjoying retirement, we can make sure your financial plan stays on the right track.
Retirement could be closer than you think! We can help you organise your finances and tidy up your pensions so you're in the best position for retirement.
We'll help you implement your retirement plan so you can finally start enjoying those hard-earned savings in the most efficient way possible.
We'll manage your finances with you throughout you retirement, with ongoing reviews with your adviser and regular updates from our team.
Everyone's retirement journey is different, which means no financial plan is exactly the same.
Combine your existing pensions into one pot for better value, lower charges and easier management.
Choosing Income Drawdown in retirement means your fund remains invested and has potential to grow, and you can access your income flexibly.
An Annuity can provide you with a guaranteed income for the rest of your life, in exchange for a lump sum from your pension pot.
Compare your existing pension with what we recommend to see if you could achieve higher growth and lower fees in the long run.
25% of your pension is usually tax-free, which can be taken as a lump sum if you want. You could also spread this over time and take an income from your pension.
No two retirement plans are the same, and what works for you might be completely different to someone else. We'll look at your situation and work out your best options.
We research all of the options available to you and provide you with a tailored financial plan. We also work alongside you to manage this plan for the rest of your life, as well as working alongside your children when you pass away. We believe in helping our clients wherever we can so that they get the most out of their retirement.
Working out how much money you need to retire comfortably depends on several personal factors, such as your desired lifestyle, outgoings, health, life expectancy, current savings and pensions. Have a think about your basic living costs and lifestyle choices. Will these change in retirement, and how much impact will this have on the amount of income you will need?
The annoying answer to this is that we can't give you an exact number without looking at your personal financial picture, so we would always suggest talking this through with a financial planner. We provide cashflow modelling which can show you different scenarios in action, such as the impact changing your desired retirement age would have on your long-term plan.
To make sure your savings last throughout retirement, you should implement a sustainable withdrawal strategy, adjusting as needed for market conditions and personal circumstances. Diversify your investments to balance growth and risk, and regularly review and adjust your financial plan. Additionally, consider longevity planning and maintaining an emergency fund to cover any unexpected expenses.
Our financial planners offer this advice tailored to your individual circumstances.
If your financial situation changes, make sure to review and adjust your budget to reflect your new income and expenses. Revaluate your financial goals and retirement plan, ideally consulting with a financial planner for guidance. Additionally, update your investment strategy to align with your new circumstances, making sure you maintain an emergency fund for unforeseen expenses.
If you want a better view of what your future could be, we'll have a chat over a cup of coffee in our Durham office and work out if we can add any value to your financial picture.