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Basic Steps In Retirement Planning

Learn about the nature of retirement in Singapore and some basic steps you can take to prepare for retirement.
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6,599 students
Created by Peggy Chan, Institute for Financial Literacy
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know why it is important to start retirement planning early
know about the effects of inflation
know how to calculate the amount you need for your retirement nest egg

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Description

This course will help you to understand the nature of retirement, particularly in Singapore. It will highlight the importance of starting retirement savings early, the effects of inflation and some points that you should take note of before starting your retirement plan.

Several financial calculators are presented that will help you determine your retirement needs. Note that these are presented in the context of Singapore.

Who this course is for:

  • working adults

Course content

5 sections • 14 lectures • 44m total length

  • Facts About Retirement
    02:39
  • MoneySENSE Core Financial Capabilities Framework
    01:33

Instructors

Peggy Chan
Financial Literacy Trainer
Peggy Chan
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Peggy Chan, Financial Literacy Trainer, Institute for Financial Literacy

MSc, CFP

Peggy has 8 years of experience in the financial services industry, helping clients understand their financial needs, objectives and risk tolerance as well as reviewing company policies and procedures to ensure compliance. She was also an adjunct lecturer with a Polytechnic, teaching insurance and retirement planning subjects.

Prior to joining the financial services sector, Peggy was working in the information technology sector for 13 years, first in a government agency and subsequently served as a Senior Systems Analyst in an international bank.

She is a Certified Financial Planner, which is a professional certification specific to retirement planning and wealth accumulation in addition to overall financial planning.

Peggy has a Masters of Science, majoring in Network Management. She also holds other industry certification in M5, M8, M8A, M9 and HI.

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