77: How to Decide Whether to Go Back to Work After Divorce
Release Date: 10/31/2023
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info_outline“The thing you’ve got to start with is what does life cost you? What does it cost to be you in this world?”
Listen in as our hosts Stephanie McCullough and Kevin Gaines tackle some big questions in this episode of Take Back Retirement, like "Do I need to go back to work after retirement or a divorce?" and "What kind of financial considerations should I have?" They walk through how to evaluate your life costs, not just the regular monthly expenses, but those that come up less frequently, like holidays, vacations, and any extra costs that come with having children or pets. They also discuss how to handle assets after a divorce, the different types of assets, tax implications, and the importance of planning for the future.
Stephanie and Kevin examine figuring out how much you can safely withdraw from your investments or savings if you need to supplement your income. They shed light on the 4% rule, which suggests that you should not withdraw more than 4% of the balance of your account each year. Plus, they discuss possible ways to reduce expenses and the importance of having a plan ahead of time. This episode is packed with valuable insights and practical advice, don't miss out!
Key Topics:
- Intro: How to Decide Whether to Go Back to Work After Divorce (02:10)
- It’s Not Solely a Financial Question (03:32)
- How Much Does Life Cost You? Looking at Spending (06:56)
- Looking at the Income Side of the Equation (11:42)
- Retirement Savings and Investment Spending Strategies (17:01)
- Making That Money…Pulling in Some Income (24:35)
- Wrap-Up (31:24)
Resources:
Organizations that support women returning to the workforce:
- https://betterbalancelife.com/
- https://www.irelaunch.com/
- https://womenbacktowork.org/
- https://theriveter.co/voice/best-websites-for-moms-reentering-workforce/
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