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You're about to retire and your finances are a mess. How can you turn things around?

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Retiring should be a time to enjoy the fruits of your labor, not to worry about how to pay your bills. But if you're in your 50s or 60s and your finances are a mess, you may feel stressed and anxious about your future. Fortunately, it's not too late to turn things around. Here are some steps you can take to improve your financial situation and prepare for a comfortable retirement.

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1 Assess your current state

The first step is to get a clear picture of your income, expenses, debts, assets, and retirement savings. You can use tools like budgeting apps, online calculators, or financial planners to help you track and analyze your money. Be honest and realistic about your spending habits, your debt level, and your retirement goals. This will help you identify where you need to make changes and where you can save more.

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2 Reduce your expenses

The next step is to cut down on your unnecessary or excessive expenses. This may mean downsizing your home, selling your car, canceling subscriptions, eating out less, or shopping smarter. You can also look for ways to lower your utility bills, insurance premiums, or taxes. The goal is to free up some cash that you can use to pay off your debts or boost your savings.

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Seth Russ, CFP?

Helping Christians blend their faith and finances to retire comfortably | Biblical Retirement Planning FB group | Husband, dad, financial planner, and minister
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This will be one of the most important steps to ensure a high quality of life in retirement. The lower your expenses are, the less you need in retirement. Compare Bill and Bob. Bill's expenses are $2K/month and Bob's are $6K/month. Both men are 60 and have little saved for retirement. Which one is going to have a more difficult time retiring? Obviously it's Bob. Here are some questions to think about when cutting expenses: - What's most important to you? Keep expenses that allow you to live a fulfilled life (you can lower the amount you spend though) - What sacrifices are you willing to make? - If you're not willing to eliminate an expense, how can you lower it?

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3 Pay off your debts

One of the biggest obstacles to your financial security is debt. Whether it's credit cards, mortgages, student loans, or medical bills, debt can eat up a large portion of your income and limit your options. To get out of debt, you need to prioritize your payments and focus on the ones with the highest interest rates. You can also consider consolidating your debts, negotiating with your creditors, or seeking professional help if you're overwhelmed.

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4 Increase your income

Another way to improve your finances is to increase your income. This may mean working longer, taking on a side hustle, asking for a raise, or switching careers. You can also look for opportunities to generate passive income, such as renting out a room, selling your skills online, or investing in dividend stocks. The more money you make, the more you can save for retirement.

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5 Save more for retirement

The final and most important step is to save more for your retirement. You should take advantage of any employer-sponsored retirement plans, such as 401(k)s or IRAs, and contribute as much as you can. You can also increase your savings by catching up on your contributions, diversifying your portfolio, or delaying your Social Security benefits. The sooner you start saving, the more time you have to grow your nest egg.

You're about to retire and your finances are a mess. How can you turn things around? By following these steps, you can take control of your money and secure your future. It may not be easy, but it's worth it.

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6 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?

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