Retirement Planning

First things first—start today
 

When it comes to planning for retirement, the most important step is this: Start saving as soon as possible. After all, even small amounts set aside for the future can really add up over time.

• See how your money can grow by using our Retirement Savings Calculator.

Define your ‘lifestyle’ goals for your retirement
 

What do you want your retirement to be like? How much money will you need for the lifestyle you hope to achieve?

The simple fact is you need to set clear goals for your retirement before you can start the planning process.

Build your plan around a systematic approach to investing
 

Many employers offer tax-advantaged retirement plans to help people save for retirement. Here are some tips on how to take full advantage of these effective savings vehicles:

• Save as much as you can on a regular basis.
• Sign up for automatic deductions—once you get used to having your contributions automatically deducted from your paycheck, you’ll find that it’s easy to save for your retirement on a regular basis.
• If your employer matches your contributions, try to increase your own contributions so you can maximize this valuable benefit.

And remember. When you contribute to a retirement plan, there may be tax advantages.

Of course, not everyone in the workforce has the opportunity to take advantage of employer-sponsored retirement plans.

But there’s another helpful alternative to consider: Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs). They can definitely help you save for the future.

Let us help you.
 

If you’re ready to start planning for your retirement:

• Call 585.339.4475 or 800.814.5884
• Visit an ESL branch
• Submit an online request

We can help you analyze your situation, set realistic savings goals for your retirement, and establish a practical, step-by-step savings plan to work toward pursuing them.

It’s all part of our effort to answer to you.

The development of a sound plan and implementation of a systematic approach to investing will help you take a big step forward toward a successful retirement.

But it’s important to remember that change is a normal part of life. And you may find that events in your life or the world around you necessitate changes in your approach to retirement planning.

That’s why it makes sense to review your plan and your overall financial situation periodically with one of our experienced professionals on a regular basis.

• We will help you analyze your financial situation and make adjustments and enhancements to your plan. So you can keep making progress toward your goals.
• If you’ve changed jobs, we can help you transfer your retirement plan from your previous employer into an IRA and discuss other strategies that meet your needs.
• We can help you simplify your approach to retirement savings by consolidating accounts. So it will be easier to manage and monitor your retirement planning efforts.
• We can also provide a trustworthy second opinion and recommendations for improvements if you have a retirement plan developed by another advisor or provider.

In other words, developing and implementing a plan is just the starting point. It’s also important to monitor your plan and make periodic adjustments. So you can make steady progress toward your goals.

You’ve dreamed about it. You’ve planned for it. And now the moment has come.

You have reached your retirement years. And now it is time to appreciate all you have accomplished. And enjoy the fruits of your labors.

But many people still worry about whether they will have enough money to cover their living expenses and truly enjoy life during the course of their retirement.

Once again, you can count on us for assistance:

• We can help you develop a sound strategy for withdrawing your retirement money. So you can cover your living expenses. And make sure your savings last.
• We can help you set up an easy-to-manage retirement budget. So you can enjoy life and live successfully within your means.
• We can help you plan ahead for the unexpected.
• Last but not least, we can provide the trustworthy advice, straightforward information, and reliable answers you need to address your concerns.

You’ve worked hard to get to this point in your life. And we want to help you enjoy it to the fullest.

Sound planning. Informed Strategies. Trustworthy advice.

It’s all part of our effort to answer to you.