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'Will our £3.5mn portfolio last us through retirement?'

Portfolio Clinic: Our reader has retired early and wants to know if his current strategy will see him through. Holly McKechnie finds out if he's set for success
'Will our £3.5mn portfolio last us through retirement?'Published on September 6, 2024
  • Our reader has built a substantial portfolio and is hoping to enjoy an early retirement
  • He favours investment trusts and has taken a diversified approach to global equity markets
  • He has concerns about running out of money and wants to be able to provide for his son in the meantime 
Reader Portfolio
Sam and Helena 53
Description

Pensions, Isas, cash, premium bonds, index-linked bonds, fixed-rate bonds, property and shares

Objectives

Have an adequate income, support son through education and leave an inheritance 

Portfolio type
Preserving wealth

Retiring early is a common goal. However, balancing this ambition with the financial pressures of middle age can be difficult. You’ll need a well-structured portfolio to meet day-to-day demands and ensure you do not run out of money. 

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