The 1% Solution Retirement Savings Strategy

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2 Are you saving as much as you can for retirement? How to boost your retirement savings with the“1% Solution”

3 Saving for retirement has never been more critical.  People are living longer and spending more time in retirement  You’ll need approximately 75% of your pre-retirement income  Social Security may only cover a small part of your living expenses  Traditional pension plans are being replaced by employee-funded plans

4 Maximize the power of your retirement plan. Contribute as much as possible – starting as soon as possible.

5 Three effective ways to save more.  Increase your contributions  Change your spending habits  Re-evaluate your investment objectives

6 Build your savings with the “1% Solution.” Small yearly increases in your plan contributions can make a big difference in the long run.  Start with the contribution amount most comfortable to you  Increase by 1% each year  Increases end when you hit the maximum allowable contribution

7 Maximize your savings today. Minimize your retirement worries tomorrow. Look at the impact of increasing contributions over the long term. How the “1% Solution” pays off Assumes $25,000 salary; 8% rate of return; investment time frame of 30 years. Note: Sue’s contributions remain at 15% after year 10 and until year 30. This illustration is hypothetical and not intended to represent the performance of any specific investment. Distributions from tax-deferred retirement accounts are subject to income taxes and a possible 10% early distribution penalty. JohnSue $186,294 $369,014 Contributes 6% annually Contributes 6% the first year; increases it by 1% annually for 10 years when she reaches the plan’s maximum allowable rate of 15%

8 Is it time to re-evaluate your investment objectives? Certain lifestyle changes may call for changes in your investment objectives...  Will you be getting married or divorced?  Are you expecting a baby?  If you have children, did your last child finish college?  Have you recently changed jobs or received a promotion?  Are you planning to retire in the near future?

9 Change your spending habits. No savings is too small — no belt tightening too insignificant…  Pay off credit card debt — start with the card that has the highest rate  Make dinner at home instead of eating out  Bring your lunch to work  Wait for a movie to come out on video instead of paying theater ticket prices  Borrow books from the library instead of buying them  Reduce your visits to the ATM machine to minimize service charges

10 Other savings opportunities to increase your contributions.  You’ve paid off a loan or mortgage  You’re refinancing your home at a lower rate  With the children gone, you’re moving to a smaller home  Your simplified lifestyle may mean lower insurance rates When you come across any extra savings, think “retirement.”

11 Plan for tomorrow. Begin saving today. Start gradually – with the “1% Solution” The more you save now, the better your chances of a comfortable retirement in the future.

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