Life100+ Personal stories

Optimistic and financially comfortable, she is saving toward homeownership. However, an unexpected eviction notice has introduced uncertainty regarding her living situation.

Enjoys her stable career and financial security in the corporate world. She values the income and progression to help her achieve her goal of owning her own home.

Focused on buying a house, saving and contributing to her company pension. She prefers immediate stability over rigid, multi-decade long-term retirement plans.

Lucy wants workplace flexibility, four-day weeks and career breaks to keep employees refreshed. Long term, she hopes to switch to a more creative, lower-pressure role.

"It depends on the manner of living. If you’re not going to have mobility or if you have Alzheimer's or dementia, I wouldn't be very happy with that at all."

Enjoying a positive phase as major life responsibilities ease. Priorities have shifted toward personal time and preparing for a slower pace of life.

Works flexibly from home, 4 days per week organising training in a health organisation. The low-pressure  environment encourages her to keep working.

Strong believer in employer-supported flexible working and mid-career upskilling. Years of disciplined pension saving and support from financial advisors have paved the way for a comfortable retirement.

Plans to fully retire in 3 years when she becomes eligible for the State pension. She looks forward to freedom to pursuing her hobbies and enjoying quality family time.

“Living to 100 to me is probably normal, I take it for granted that’s what’s going to happen” (based on family history). She asked her financial advisors to plan for a longer lifespan.

Focused on family life, while committed to his career. Creating more balance between work and personal life. Financially confident, planning for the future.

The hard work and progression in his 20s created the financial stability and opportunities he enjoys today.

Concerned about his life expectancy based on family history, he aims to retire in his 50s - early enough to enjoy life while still healthy and active.

Paul and his partner are building a retirement strategy that balances confidence, flexibility and the freedom to make choices on their own terms.

"If I live to 100, and if I was mobile and not in pain, I'd be happy. I'd love to live to 100. It'd be great...I'd really hope I do."