Savings Calculator: How Much Do I Need to Retire in Germany?

Want to know how much you need to save for a financially secure retirement and whether you can retire earlier? Our calculator will show you!

Dr. Chris Mulder

Dr. Chris is a former Senior Economist and Manager at the IMF and The World Bank. He is a Hypofriend Co-founder.

Published on Mar 23, 2023 Published on Mar 23, 2023 . Updated 8 months ago

Dr. Chris is a former Senior Economist and Manager at the IMF and The World Bank. He is a Hypofriend Co-founder.

The Results
Retiring early or later
The impact of the portfolio and (high) cost
How to leverage your assets

Let's calculate how much you need to save for a financially worry-free retirement

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Dr. Chris Mulder

Dr. Chris is a former Senior Economist and Manager at the IMF and The World Bank. He is a Hypofriend Co-founder.

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