When it comes to planning for retirement, financial responsibility is an absolute must. But what are your plans once your nest egg is ready to hatch?
Along with being difficult to save for, having a hazy view of the future can make retirement feel like a stressful proposition. But exchanging that feeling of anxiety for genuine excitement is as easy as examining what matters to you.
Retirement is as unique as a thumb-print. While some will dream of slowing down the pace of their lives, others may view it as a time to ignite a second career. Some will gladly downsize their house for a condo, while others will embark upon large-scale renovations. The key is to come up with a definition of retirement that truly fits your personality.
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Expert Lee Anne Davies - Gerontologist and Head of Retirement Strategies at RBC - answers your most popular retirement questions.
Q I want to maintain my standard of living in retirement. How will I know how much to save?
A The starting point for successful retirement lifestyle planning is not the 'magic number' - or picking a dollar figure that will ensure a comfortable retirement. It's asking people what they care about. The financial details will follow from

