Tag: Downsizing

Downsizing in Retirement: Is It the Right Move for You? (Ep. 31)

Downsizing in Retirement: Is It the Right Move for You? (Ep. 31)

Do you find the thought of downsizing in retirement daunting?

In this episode, John and Alex Soutsos talk about the complexities of retirement planning and downsizing in a real estate market that often defies expectations. Tackling key topics like maintaining a healthy lifestyle, unlocking capital through real estate, the pros and cons of reverse mortgages, and the emotional and financial impacts of losing a spouse, this episode offers listeners invaluable insights into navigating retirement. Whether you’re contemplating a smaller home or considering how to better support your adult children financially, John and Alex provide the guidance you need to make informed decisions. 

John and Alex discuss: 

  • (02:11) Helping Adult Children Financially Through Real Estate Equity
  • (03:26) Downsizing and Maintaining Mobility in Retirement
  • (07:51) Exploring Home Equity Lines of Credit and Reverse Mortgages
  • (11:34) Emotional and Financial Preparation for Losing a Spouse
  • (17:32) Preparing for the Death of the Final Spouse 
  • (20:33) Financial and Tax Implications at the Death of a Spouse
  • (24:33) Understanding Canadian Inheritance and Capital Gains Taxes
  • And more

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Are You Truly Prepared for Retirement? (Ep. 30)

Are You Truly Prepared for Retirement? (Ep. 30)

What does financial readiness for retirement truly mean?

In this episode, John and Alex Soutsos discuss the often daunting question: “How do you know when you’re ready to retire?” Gain valuable perspectives on the psychological and financial aspects of retirement planning. They explore the importance of a robust financial strategy, emphasizing that true readiness means aligning your plans with both your bank statements and your passions.

John and Alex discuss: 

  • (01:03) Determining financial preparedness for retirement
  • (04:13) The role of committed, non-discretionary expenditures
  • (20:56) The impacts of psychological readiness on transitioning out of a career you love
  • (24:47) The significance of maintaining health and reducing stress as you age
  • (31:24) The importance of having a power of attorney and drafting a will
  • And more

Dive deeper into this pivotal discussion and revolutionize your thinking about retirement. Tune in to align your financial goals with your personal aspirations and guide you toward a prosperous future.

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