Why Financial Planning Without Kids Is Different

Financial Planning Without Kids: What Makes It Unique?

Financial planning without kids presents a different set of goals, strategies, and priorities. In this insightful video, Bob Powell interviews Jay Zigmont, author of The Childfree Guide to Life and Money, to explore how being child-free changes your approach to money and lifestyle planning. For those without children, the usual playbook for retirement, insurance, and legacy simply doesn’t apply.

Key Differences in Child-Free Financial Planning

1. Focus Shifts Away From Legacy Planning

Child-free individuals often don’t prioritize leaving an inheritance. Instead, many embrace the philosophy of “die with zero,” aiming to enjoy their wealth while alive rather than pass it on.
Learn more about this mindset from author Bill Perkins (outbound link).

2. Retirement Isn’t the Same

People without kids are more likely to cut back on work earlier, pursue sabbaticals, or redefine retirement entirely. It’s less about deferring joy and more about integrating it into life now.

3. Less Emphasis on Life Insurance

Without dependents, life insurance becomes less necessary. For many, it’s either reduced or eliminated entirely from their long-term plan.
Review life insurance basics at NerdWallet (outbound link).

4. Greater Need for Long-Term Care Planning

Planning for long-term care is essential. Without adult children to rely on, individuals may need to self-fund care or explore long-term care insurance options.
Visit LongTermCare.gov for federal planning resources (outbound link).

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Final Thoughts

If you’re living life without children, your financial future deserves a strategy tailored to your unique path. From flexible retirement plans to long-term care solutions, financial planning without kids is about freedom, purpose, and protection—on your terms.