Be present-minded4 of 7Grandparents and parents, naturally, want to lend a financial hand to their descendants. But it's not a good idea if it imperils your ability to stay financially solvent in retirement. Take a hard look at any outright cash gifts that you are giving, or expenses like private school tuition or summer camps that you're covering."Some of our older clients have reduced their annual gifting to reduce the withdrawal rate from their portfolios," says Bernhardt. "It's nice to be able to help out the grandkids, but you don't want to risk running out of money." Related Articles:The secrets of budgetingSmall homes big thingPlanning to retire?6 extreme ways to saveRelated Links:Budget heals financesStretch retirement incomeTips for a one-car familyRetirement planning for pros advertisement
Grandparents and parents, naturally, want to lend a financial hand to their descendants. But it's not a good idea if it imperils your ability to stay financially solvent in retirement. Take a hard look at any outright cash gifts that you are giving, or expenses like private school tuition or summer camps that you're covering.
"Some of our older clients have reduced their annual gifting to reduce the withdrawal rate from their portfolios," says Bernhardt. "It's nice to be able to help out the grandkids, but you don't want to risk running out of money."
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