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I often say to my clients, the money side is the easy bit for me. The hard work for you, is working out how you are going to fill the emotional void of no longer working. What do you think when you see these challenges? Can you resonate? 💡 🚩 Struggling to ‘switch off’ 🚩 Worried about more time, but less money to spend 🚩 Filling the time with meaningful activity 🚩 Losing identity 🚩 Feeling isolated without co-workers They are very common concerns and for some people they don't realise it until months into retirement. It is really important to invest in your emotional wellbeing as much as your financial wellbeing in retirement. It can have a much larger impact than you think. Message me as soon as now! kelly@iconicwealth.net.au 0407 660 534 www.iconicwealth.net.au #retirementplanning #investmentplanning #financialadvice

What are the top three concerns people have about retirement?* 1️⃣ Financial 2️⃣ Financial 3️⃣ Financial Something is missing: ❤️ Health I'll share some statistics with you. 1️⃣ Life expectancy: 80.8 years** 2️⃣ Healthy life expectancy: 62.4 years** Healthy life expectancy is the number of years a person is expected to live in good health. 3️⃣ Now, let's consider the average retirement age: 66 years** 🤯 100% of the average person's retirement will be spent in ill health. Think of all those amazing things you want to do: 💑 Time with loved ones 🏌️ Enjoying a hobby 🫶 Volunteering 🛫 Travelling All the money in the world will not compensate for poor health. So, please remember, you'll need BOTH: ====== 👋 I'm Trevor Dias, A speaker, author, and coach helping people change their lives. 🔔 I'd love it if you gave me a follow; in return, you'll receive valuable content that can transform your life, covering Mindset, Nutrition, Fitness, Health, & Well-being. ====== * Forbes ** UK Office for National Statistics

🌟 Embrace a Work-Optional Lifestyle with Financial Freedom Are you a dedicated professional who finds joy in your work and can't imagine fully retiring? You're not alone. Many of our clients at Willamette Wealth Partners feel the same way, and we're here to guide you towards a work-optional lifestyle that offers both meaning and financial independence. The recent years have prompted many of us to reevaluate what we truly want in life. Our role is to help you envision and plan for a future where your finances support your dreams, whether that's a comfortable retirement or a life rich with travel and hobbies. 🔍 Rethink Retirement: The traditional retirement model is evolving. Imagine a future where work is a choice, not a necessity. Our clients often dream of travel, hobbies, and spending time with loved ones. What does your ideal retirement look like? 🛠️ Key Elements for Work-Optional Life: Financial Independence: Building enough wealth for flexibility and choices. Controlled Expenses: Managing spending to maximize financial freedom. Pursuing Passions: Engaging in fulfilling activities without financial pressure. 📈 Plan for Tomorrow, Today: Whether it’s retiring early or shifting to a work-optional lifestyle, strategic planning and smart investments are crucial. We're here to help map out your journey to financial freedom. Ready to explore a future where work is optional? Connect with us at Willamette Wealth Partners. Let’s turn your vision into a feasible plan. 📞 Contact us at (541) 343-1420, locke@willamettewealth.com, or shoot us a DM! 🔗 Schedule a meeting here: https://lnkd.in/eBQCxTnR #FinancialFreedom #WillametteWealthPartners #WorkOptionalLifestyle

🚀 Chasing FIRE: Are you? 🚀 Ever wonder what life could be like if you didn't have to wait until your 60s to enjoy it? That's where the FIRE movement—Financial Independence, Retire Early—comes in! 🔥 The idea is simple: Save and invest aggressively, build wealth, and break free from the traditional work-life timeline. Whether it's saving every penny to retire in your 30s or finding a balance between enjoying life now and securing a future, FIRE is about gaining the **freedom to live life on your terms.** So, how much do you need? The "Rule of 25" suggests multiplying your annual expenses by 25. For instance, if you spend ₹12 lakhs a year, you’d need around ₹3 crores to retire comfortably. But don't forget to account for taxes and unforeseen expenses—some suggest aiming for 30x instead. However, FIRE isn’t all glamour. Life after early retirement can come with its own challenges—medical emergencies, changing relationships, or even losing the social connections that work provided. And let’s not forget lifestyle inflation, where rising incomes lead to higher spending! But at the core, FIRE isn’t about stopping work altogether—it’s about taking control. It’s about having the financial cushion to pursue passions, spend time with loved ones, and design a life that’s truly yours. 🌟 Are you chasing FIRE? 🔥 Let me know your thoughts on this intriguing movement below! 👇 #FinancialIndependence #RetireEarly #FIRE #WealthBuilding #LifeGoals

💸💸💸 Do you know what your wealthy life looks like? 🤔🤔 Here are a few reasons why you might want to pursue a wealthy future: 🗽 Independence: being able to walk away from situations that are not good for you and freedom to decide when you want to retire. Retirement ages keep moving up, so make sure you are in the driver’s seat. 🏰 Levelling up: being able to improve your lifestyle in a sustainable way – being able to afford a nicer home, travel more luxuriously, or whatever else you want to have more of in your life. 🧓 Retirement: being able to maintain your lifestyle in retirement, cause for a lot of us state pension is not gonna cut it. 👨👩👧👧 Next generation: being able to provide better for your kids, but also to care for your parents if they need some help. Are you working towards a wealthier future? If you would like to start or need help to figure things out, let’s have a chat! #buildingwealth #moneyintentions #growthjourney ------------------------------------------------------------- 👋 Hi, I'm thrilled you're here! I'm Sarah and I'm passionate about helping you grow your career and finances with confidence, purpose and determination 💪. Imagine your wealthy life and start creating it with clear purpose and intention! 🎯 Connect with me 🔔 if this is something you’d like to hear more about!

🌟 Embrace a Work-Optional Lifestyle with Financial Freedom Are you a dedicated professional who finds joy in your work and can't imagine fully retiring? You're not alone. Many of our clients at Willamette Wealth Partners feel the same way, and we're here to guide you towards a work-optional lifestyle that offers both meaning and financial independence. The recent years have prompted many of us to reevaluate what we truly want in life. Our role is to help you envision and plan for a future where your finances support your dreams, whether that's a comfortable retirement or a life rich with travel and hobbies. 🔍 Rethink Retirement: The traditional retirement model is evolving. Imagine a future where work is a choice, not a necessity. Our clients often dream of travel, hobbies, and spending time with loved ones. What does your ideal retirement look like? 🛠️ Key Elements for Work-Optional Life: Financial Independence: Building enough wealth for flexibility and choices. Controlled Expenses: Managing spending to maximize financial freedom. Pursuing Passions: Engaging in fulfilling activities without financial pressure. 📈 Plan for Tomorrow, Today: Whether it’s retiring early or shifting to a work-optional lifestyle, strategic planning and smart investments are crucial. We're here to help map out your journey to financial freedom. Ready to explore a future where work is optional? Connect with us at Willamette Wealth Partners. Let’s turn your vision into a feasible plan. 📞 Contact us at (541) 343-1420, locke@willamettewealth.com, or shoot us a DM! 🔗 Schedule a meeting here: https://lnkd.in/efchDe8x #FinancialFreedom #WillametteWealthPartners #WorkOptionalLifestyle

As we approach retirement, new challenges and anxieties often emerge, reshaping our view of identity, purposefulness, and value. Our lifelong associations with work influence everything from how we structure finances to our sense of worth and social belonging. Many struggle with letting go of career-based identity, facing fears of financial insecurity, social isolation, and diminished relevance. Join us at the ‘Healthy Wealthy Retirement Summit’, where we’ll dive deep into the subconscious factors that drive these responses, helping you uncover how to transition confidently. Let’s explore how these patterns shape our path and discover fresh ways to create purpose and meaning beyond work! 20 experts will share their best tips on: 🏋️♀️ How to strengthen your body for a long, healthy life 💼 Managing finances and reducing stress in midlife 🎯 Crafting a purposeful, legacy-building “Second Act” The best part? It’s FREE and entirely online. Register today at the following link (or comment SUMMIT to get the link) https://lnkd.in/esfCjRzf

Retirement on a beach? It’s a rare reality. Let's discuss why. Retirement is a joke these days. The dream of retiring on a beach is few and far between for most. Turns out, the concept is an outdated promise that will rob you of your youth and dreams. Here’s why I believe this: 👉 The traditional retirement age is too late. By then, many of us are too tired to enjoy life fully. 👉 Waiting for retirement means putting off dreams. Why delay your passions and adventures? 👉 Financial security is not guaranteed. Many find themselves still working to make ends meet. So, what can we do instead? - Embrace a life of continuous growth and learning. - Pursue side businesses or hobbies that bring joy now. - Focus on creating a balanced life where work and play coexist. The result? A fulfilling life without waiting for a distant retirement. What are your thoughts on this? Have you found ways to balance work and life effectively? #PersonalDevelopment #Entrepreneurship #LifeBalance

“What’s your plan for maintaining your lifestyle after retirement, even when life throws you a curveball?” Let me share a story about my client, Mr. Kong. After working as a manager for 30 years, he had big plans to enjoy his retirement—he loved food, travel, and was ready for that next chapter. But life had other plans. One day, he suffered a stroke that left him paralyzed, and his retirement seemed at risk. Thankfully, with proper planning, Mr. Kong was able to stay on track. Here’s how: 1️⃣ Comprehensive medical coverage: His medical card took care of all the hospital bills, ensuring he didn’t have to dip into his savings for treatment. 2️⃣ Careful financial planning: Our strategy accounted for unexpected life events, so even with new costs—like hiring a caregiver and purchasing equipment—he was able to live comfortably. 3️⃣ Solid savings plan: Despite the increased expenses, Mr. Kong’s savings remained intact, ensuring he could continue to support himself without becoming a financial burden to his family. Two years later, I met with Mr. Kong again. He had recovered tremendously—though not as mobile as before, he could walk again. His speech was slightly slurred, and writing wasn’t as easy, but his positive outlook remained strong. He said to me, “I may have a long way ahead, but I want to get better and continue enjoying my retirement with my wife.” Life can be unpredictable, but with the right planning, you can still live the retirement you’ve always dreamed of—even when challenges arise. 👉 Follow me to hear more real-life financial journeys with #MoneyMattersStories. Discover how proper planning can help you secure your future, no matter what life throws your way. #RetirementPlanning #WealthManagement #LongTermCare #FinancialSecurity #Resilience #MoneyMattersStories

In the realm of professions, I've learned that achieving financial independence and prime health is paramount to enjoying an enriched retirement. Step Above stands as a testament to this belief, offering a suite of services designed for those aged 40-65, aiming for an abundance of adventures and wellness in their golden years. 'Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful.' Let's embark on this journey of prosperity together. DM us: PROSPERITY. #StepAbove #FinancialIndependence #HealthIsWealth