October 21, 2025

Know Your Number: The Key to a Confident Retirement

In this webinar, John McNertney, CFP®, and Mark Moberg, CFP® with Green Ocean Global Advisors, LLC reviewed how understanding your personal “retirement number” – the amount of money you need to retire with confidence – can simplify your planning and empower better decision-making throughout your financial journey.

Some of the relevant issues that were addressed include:

  • Understanding your “Retirement Number” – A look at how calculating your number provides clarity, direction, and peace of mind as you plan for the future.
  • The importance of a “Retirement Number” – Knowing your number gives context to your savings goals, investment strategy, and lifestyle expectations, helping align your finances with your retirement vision.
  • Real client insights – In the past year, many clients have approached us unsure if they’re “on track.” In one recent case, a couple was shocked to learn they were closer to their number than expected – this led to a major mindset shift and renewed confidence in their plan.
  • What’s included in my number? – This common question will be answered with a breakdown of costs, income sources, and key assumptions to consider when running your numbers.
  • Planning across life stages – Whether you’re ten years out or two years away from retirement, understanding your number can guide smart, timely financial decisions.

We hope you enjoy!