How Can You Pay Yourself in Retirement?

January 27, 2020
Building a nest egg for retirement is a massive, multifaceted project. But after decades of saving and accumulating wealth, there comes a time when you need to transition into spending mode.

Please note: This podcast may contain outdated information about RMDs and retirement accounts due to the SECURE Act 2.0, a law governing retirement savings (e.g., among other provisions, the SECURE Act 2.0 will raise the age at which individuals must begin taking required minimum distributions (RMDs) from their retirement account to 73, beginning in January 2023). For more information about the SECURE Act 2.0, please read this article or speak with your financial consultant. (1222-240S)

Please note: This podcast may contain outdated information about RMDs and retirement accounts due to the SECURE Act 2.0, a law governing retirement savings (e.g., among other provisions, the SECURE Act 2.0 will raise the age at which individuals must begin taking required minimum distributions (RMDs) from their retirement account to 73, beginning in January 2023). For more information about the SECURE Act 2.0, please read this article or speak with your financial consultant. (1222-240S)

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  • If you want to hear about recent legislative changes affecting required minimum distributions, listen to this episode of WashingtonWise.
  • If you want to hear about recent legislative changes affecting required minimum distributions, listen to this episode of WashingtonWise.

A top concern among those who are retired or about to retire is how to generate income from their portfolio. They're leaving their primary job, need to replace the paycheck they used to get from their employer, and are looking for their portfolio to help make that happen.

In this episode Mark talks with Kathy Jones, chief fixed income strategist at Schwab. They discuss how living off interest and dividends alone is unrealistic for most retirees—and what other income strategies might work better.

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Please note that the RMD age changed with the passing of the Secure Act in 2019. If you turned 70 ½ before 2020 then you may be subject to RMDs. For 2020 and beyond, the age at which individuals may be required to take RMDs from retirement accounts is 72.

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Schwab Intelligent Income™ is an optional feature for clients to receive recurring automated withdrawals from their accounts. Schwab does not guarantee the amount or duration of Schwab Intelligent Income withdrawals nor does it guarantee any specific tax results such as meeting Required Minimum Distributions.

The information provided here is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered an individualized recommendation or personalized investment advice. The investment strategies mentioned here may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review an investment strategy for his or her own particular situation before making any investment decision.

All expressions of opinion are subject to change without notice in reaction to shifting market conditions. Data contained herein from third-party providers is obtained from what are considered reliable sources. However, its accuracy, completeness or reliability cannot be guaranteed.

Investing involves risk including loss of principal.

Fixed income securities are subject to increased loss of principal during periods of rising interest rates. Investment value will fluctuate, and bond investments, when sold, may be worth more or less than original cost. Fixed income securities are subject to various other risks, including changes in interest rates and credit quality, market valuations, liquidity, prepayments, early redemption, corporate events, tax ramifications, and other factors. High-yield bonds and lower-rated securities are subject to greater credit risk, default risk and liquidity risk.

Examples provided are for illustrative purposes only and not intended to be reflective of results you should expect to attain.

Diversification and rebalancing of a portfolio cannot assure a profit or protect against a loss in any given market environment. Rebalancing may cause investors to incur transaction costs and, when rebalancing a non-retirement account, taxable events may be created that may affect your tax liability.

This information does not constitute and is not intended to be a substitute for specific individualized tax, legal, or investment planning advice. Where specific advice is necessary or appropriate, Schwab recommends consultation with a qualified tax advisor, CPA, financial planner, or investment manager.

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