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Introduction : Alan and Joanne are a couple approaching their early fifties, residing in Toronto with significant assets, including their primary residence and a cottage. They have two children for whom they are financially supporting through education. Their combined take-home income totals $140,000 annually, with Alan contributing the larger share. As they near retirement, understanding and planning their financial future becomes increasingly important. Financial Situation: The couple owns properties valued at $1 million collectively, with a remaining mortgage payment of $42,000 annually for the next decade. They have no other debts, maintain a high standard of living, and are committed to regularly updating their vehicles. Their savings include $10,000 in a checking account, $30,000 in a mutual fund, and $20,000 in RRSPs. They are also helping their children through school, incurring an annual cost of $25,000, which will continue for another five years. Goals: Alan and Joanne's primary goal is to retire in 10 years. To maintain their lifestyle post-retirement, they will require an estimated annual income of around $109,000. They anticipate pensions and government benefits, but these will not fully cover their expected expenses. The challenge lies in ensuring a comfortable retirement by adequately bridging the gap between their anticipated expenses and projected income. 1. Retirement Goals: Calculate required income: Alan's Income: $100,000, Joanne's Income: $40,000 Total Income: $140,000 The assumption that they would need 80% of their current income during retirement is a standard rule of thumb in financial planning. It accounts for reduced expenses in retirement, like work-related costs, mortgage payments (assuming they are paid off by retirement), and other reduced living costs. Estimated percent of current income required for retirement: 80% $140,000 x 80% = $112,000 What level of retirement income is appropriate? Annual retirement income required is $112,000 Assumed inflation rate = 2% Annual retirement income required after inflation in 10 years =$112,000 x (1.02) 10 = $136,527.38 This reflects the future value of their required retirement income, maintaining the same purchasing power as $112,000 today. Duration of Retirement Income: For Alan: From age 61 to 91, he will need income for 31 years. For Joanne: From age 61 to 96, she will need income for 35 years.
Alan and Joanne need to plan for a retirement income that will last for at least 35 years, taking into account both the joint period of their retirement (31 years) and the period where Joanne will be on her own. 2, How much have they got? OAS full amount each at 67 (according to Textbook, year 2011 page 458) Alan: $537.97/month = $6,455.64/year Clawback: ($100,000 - $67,668) = $32,332 x 15% = $4,849.8 $6,455.64 - $4,849.8 = $1,605.84/year Joanne: $537.97/month = $6,455.64/year Total OAS = $1,605.84 + $6,455.64 = $8,061.48/year CPP, assume they qualify for 80% $960/month (per person) = $11,520/year $11,520 x 80% = $9,216/year $9,216 x 2 = $18,432/year The maximum monthly CPP retirement pension at age 65 was approximately $960/month . Alan and Joanne, assuming they each qualify for 80% of the maximum Canada Pension Plan (CPP) benefit, would receive an annual CPP benefit of approximately $9,216/year. Outline any assumptions Income splitting: Alan and Joanne may be able to split their earnings. Investment portfolio: They can achieve a balanced and diversified approach by adjusting their investment portfolio. RRSPs: If they maximize their contributions to RRSPs, they can benefit from tax deferrals. TFSAs: If they haven't already contributed, they should do so as soon as possible in order to benefit from tax-free growth. Joanne’s pension $25,000 per year + $6,455.64/year + $11,520/year = $49,975.64
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