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It’s a question that crosses the mind of nearly every client I meet from the couple nearing retirement with a modest nest egg to the business owner with tens of millions in assets:
“Will I have enough?”
For middle class families, that question often translates to: Can I pay my bills, enjoy retirement, and afford healthcare without becoming a burden to my kids?
For ultra high net worth families, it shifts into something bigger: How do I protect my wealth, manage taxes, and ensure my children, grandchildren, and even great grandchildren are set up for success without creating entitlement or family conflict?
The details may look different, but the underlying concern is the same: retirement security doesn’t happen by accident, it happens by design.
Retirement planning today is more complex than it was even 20 years ago. Our parents and grandparents often relied on pensions, Social Security, and shorter life expectancies. But the game has changed:
Living Longer: A healthy 65 year old today could easily live into their 90s. That’s 25 to 30 years of retirement to fund.
Rising Costs: Everyday expenses from groceries to gas to healthcare are outpacing inflation for many families.
Uncertain Markets: From interest rate hikes to global instability, volatility is testing even the most diversified portfolios.
Taxes on the Horizon: With tax laws set to change in coming years, what you keep could look very different from what you planned.
This new retirement reality means you need a plan that accounts not just for today’s numbers but for the unknowns that will shape tomorrow.
For hardworking middle class families, retirement security often feels like a balancing act. You want to enjoy the fruits of your labor without worrying about running out of money.
The key questions often include:
When should I take Social Security? Claiming too early can lock in smaller payments for life, while waiting can significantly boost income.
How do I protect against healthcare costs? Medicare covers a lot, but not everything. Long term care insurance or hybrid solutions can safeguard your nest egg.
Am I invested the right way? Many people in their 60s still carry more risk than they realize or in some cases not enough growth potential to outpace inflation.
Imagine a couple with $700,000 in savings. Without a plan, it’s easy to worry whether that money will last. But with the right strategy optimizing Social Security, using a mix of guaranteed income and growth investments, and planning for healthcare they can step into retirement with confidence.
For UHNW families, the conversation goes far beyond making sure you can live comfortably. You already know you’ll be fine. The real questions are about protection, preservation, and purpose:
How much will taxes take from my estate? With estate tax exemptions scheduled to sunset in 2026, proactive planning is critical.
How do I pass wealth without spoiling the next generation? Trust structures, family governance, and thoughtful gifting strategies can ensure money supports not derails your heirs.
Where should I invest outside traditional markets? Private equity, direct investments, and real estate can provide diversification while aligning with your family’s long term vision.
How do I align my wealth with my values? Philanthropy, donor advised funds, and impact investing can create a legacy that’s about more than numbers.
Take the example of a business owner with $50 million in assets. The challenge isn’t whether they can afford retirement, it’s how to minimize estate taxes, prepare children to handle responsibility, and ensure wealth continues to serve both family and community.
Whether you’re striving to cover everyday expenses or crafting a 100 year family legacy, the end goal is the same: peace of mind.
Retirement security is about more than money, it’s about knowing that no matter what the markets do, no matter how long you live, no matter what tax laws change, you’ll be ready.
It’s about freedom. Freedom to travel. Freedom to give. Freedom to spend more time with family and less time worrying about “what ifs.”
Here’s the truth: the earlier you take control of your retirement plan, the more options you have. Even if you’re already retired, revisiting your strategy can make a huge difference in how secure and stress free your future feels.
And for UHNW families, the clock is ticking. With looming changes to estate tax laws, those who plan now will have more tools available than those who wait.
The question isn’t whether you’ll outlive your money, the real question is whether you have a plan strong enough to give you certainty.
Whether you’re building a retirement paycheck from your savings or creating a legacy that spans generations, let’s build a plan together that’s tailored to your life, your goals, and your future.
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