February 2023

Introduction: Retirement is a highly anticipated phase of life, but it necessitates careful planning and financial management. One of the key elements in this process is determining the amount you should save today to ensure a secure and comfortable future. In this blog post, we’ll explore how ECF streamlines this planning. Before we delve into the details, ensure you’ve registered with ECF to initiate tracking your finances. If you haven’t registered yet, you can do so here. We recently created a video covering this topic and if you prefer to watch the video, you can do so here. You might recognize this section from your ECF Snapshot Dashboard, dedicated to guiding you toward your retirement goals. It comprises three critical components: Behind the scenes, ECF employs a calculated approach using the information you’ve provided to determine your required savings. Let’s dive deeper into how this calculation is executed. Factors in the planning: Unsatisfied with the calculation assumptions? You have the flexibility to customize them in your Profile Details. Simply click your profile photo in the top right corner, then select “My Profile.” Here, you can update your calculation assumptions. What if You Already Have Retirement Savings? If you already possess savings in an account, ECF takes these assets into account, provided you include the relevant information in your data entry. To ensure accurate calculations, it’s crucial to label your assets appropriately so that we can incorporate your current savings into the calculation. Planning involves various intricate factors that demand thoughtful consideration. By determining your retirement age, estimating expenses and income, accounting for inflation, and considering investment returns, you can construct a savings plan aligned with your financial goals, securing a comfortable future. ECF is your trusted partner in maintaining this course towards financial security and a prosperous retirement.