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November 16th, 2010 - 3:35 pm § in Investment, Spending Phase

Spending Phase

The spending phase typically begins when individuals retire. Living expenses are covered by social security income and income from prior investments, including employer pension plans. Because their earning years have concluded (although some retirees take part-time positions or do consulting work), [...]

November 15th, 2010 - 3:34 pm § in Consolidation Phase

Consolidation Phase

Individuals in the consolidation phase are typically past the mid- point of their careers, have paid off much or all of their outstanding debts, and perhaps have paid, or have the assets to pay, their children’s college bills. Earnings exceed expenses, so the excess can be invested to provide for [...]