​Do you have a favorite charity or cause that you’re passionate about? Are you looking for ways to support that charity as part of your legacy? You have a number of options available, including charitable trusts, donation of investments and outright cash gifts.
 
However, you might be surprised to learn that you can use your existing life insurance to give to the charity of your choice. This could be a helpful option if you want to support a favorite cause but also want to retain control of your assets in case you need them later in life.

​Retirement is a major financial challenge for many workers. In fact, according to a study from Gallup, it’s the top financial worry for 54 percent of Americans.1 They’re concerned that they won’t be able to save enough money to fund their desired lifestyle in retirement.
 
Retirement planning isn’t just about saving, though. While it’s important to accumulate assets during your working years, you also need a plan to make those assets last throughout retirement. It’s possible your retirement could last decades, so you’ll need a strategy to make sure you don’t outlive your money.

​Are you starting to think about your legacy and how you’ll pass it on to the next generation? It’s never fun to think about your own death. However, it’s too important to ignore. You may have a substantial amount of assets that you want to distribute to loved ones. You may have a spouse, children or other family members who are dependent on you for support. You might even own a business that could face hardship after your death.
 
All these issues require some level of estate planning. If you fail to develop a robust estate plan, you could leave your loved ones, business partners and others in a difficult financial situation.

​Do you have a bucket list for retirement? If you’re not familiar, a bucket list includes all the things you want to do before you “kick the bucket.” Your list may include things like traveling the world, pursuing a new hobby or visiting friends and family.
 
Of course, to check every box on your bucket list, you’ll need to have a strong financial foundation as you enter retirement. That’s why you may want to create a preretirement bucket list that includes all the financial milestones you want to meet before you stop working.