At FSG we help to create, review and assist people as they
develop and implement their personal financial and business plan.
The review includes wills, enduring powers of attorney and
directive letters. Other important financial documents such as
shareholder agreements are also incorporated into the plan.
Gary often explains the importance of a financial plan by using the
Measuring Tape Test. Roll out a measuring tape on the floor to the
number 94, representing 94 years. Now put your big toe on the
number representing your current age. Look back over the years you
have lived and then ahead to what the future holds. The average
life expectancy for males is 76 years and for females is 86 years.
These numbers will increase somewhat if we attain the magic 65
years of age.
We often remind clients that our best years are likely the
current ones rather than the future ones. A couple, both age 65,
may have 10 to 15 years together and chances are good that the
female may live alone for 15 years or more. No matter where you sit
on the measuring tape of life a good financial plan is
crucial.