Introduction to Retirement

Module One: Most People

This presentation is part of MaxiLife’s Courses for Clients programme 2015.

It is designed to give Clients a basic understanding of the challenges they may expect in planning for retirement.

The main sources used in this presentation are “Dynamics of the Australian Superannuation System The next 20 years: 2013 – 2033” by Deloitte& “The Future of Retirement” by HSBCFull credits and contact details are at the end of this presentation.

To be a bit blunt, we don’t believe that the system works for most people.

Warren Buffet encapsulated what we believe when he said,

“you only have to do very few things right in your life so long as you don’t do too many things wrong”

Warren Buffet

During module one you’ll find out some pretty disturbing figures but don’t sweat it, as you work your way through the course we will be introducing you some proven ways of achieving your retirement goals.

There’s a basic assumption we want to introduce you to

The developed world is getting older, but our financial system has not changed at the same rate.

For example, most managed funds are generally only able to invest in certain high rated securities.

We believe that this will cause more and more “BUBBLES” as massive amounts of funds are funnelled to where they generate the most fees with the least amount of risk TO THE FINANCIAL ADVISER.

Here is the nub of it, there is a basic and entrenched corruption/conflict in the financial planning industry

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What happens to most people in retirement?

Well, according to HSBC, “The Future of Retirement Report: 2013”

Things are pretty bleak.

You can expect large falls in initial income followed by your independent income running out completely about 11 years before you die.

Women, live longer than men, but that means even more time on the breadline.

Too much life, not enough savings?

Most Australians plan to retire between 55 and 60 years of age which creates its own problems.

This graph by Deloitte’s based on Australian Bureau of Statistics information shows how long a retiree aged 65 years can expect to live.

Remember this is average so if you’re unlucky enough to live to 85 years you will, on average, live 11 more years.

We haven’t met anyone who has prepared adequately for this!

Where do Retirees get their income?Deloitte’s research tells us that 81% of Australian Retirees are currently relying on the government for some form of benefit.The graph at right from HSBC’s “The Future of Retirement” report shows what is happening on a global basis.Again from HSBC Australian’s expect their retirement savings to last 11 years, although they have on average 32 years of retirement to fund.

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The Retirement Income Spread

How much income?• ASFA estimates that a person who works for 30 years

on an average wage is likely to retire with a super nest egg of just $180,000

Retirees looking to lead a comfortable lifestyle will now need to spend $53,879 a year

The ASFA also found that couples who want to lead just a modest retirement lifestyle will need to spend more $30,708.

The average Australian will only have enough money to live at their desired standard of living for five years

Source ASFA

How much savings are there really?

Source: Deloittes, ASF. ASFA estimates that a person who works for 30 years on an average wage is likely to retire with a super nest egg of just $180,000

Average Australian Superannuation Balances

Male Female All

60-64 year olds $85,000 $59,000 $77,000

65-69 year olds $77,000 $55,000 $72,000

Working age people expect their savings to run out during their retirement.

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Q: Some people plan or have retirement savings that they expect will last for a certain time. Do you expect your savings to last in retirement?

Q: Imagine yourself retiring today from all paid employment at the normal retirement age. How many years would you reasonably expect to live for in retirement?

Source: HSBC, The Future of Retirement 2013

It isn’t all doom and gloom!

AwarenessWhere am I now?What’s The Problem?Who can I trust?What are my options?

ToolsWhat can I use?Where can I get help?What advice can I trust?How do I find experts?How do I recognise them?

ImplementationHow do I decide on my priorities?What are my options?How do I put a plan together?

MaxiLife insists you take responsibility for yourself but that doesn’t mean you’re out on your own.

Quite the opposite!

You are joining a community with a common goal, to retire with dignity and in comfort.

BUT, we did want to disturb you, make you think about things. This is module one, in course number one.This is also the first day of the rest of your life!At MaxiLife we are sure that your future is about the actions you take NOW.

Further Reading

The Future of Retirement Reports by HSBC are very interesting reading.

Very comprehensive and broad research across 15 different countries and 125,000 interviews

AND in a great easy to read format