Using the purchasing power preservation model

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Steven, age 43, earns $80,000 annually; and his wage replacement ratio has been determined to be 80%. He expects inflation will average 3% for his entire life expectancy. He expects to work until 68, and live until 90. He anticipates an 8% return on his investments. Additionally, Social Security Administration has notified him that his annual retirement benefit, in today’s dollars will be $26,000. Using the purchasing power preservation model, calculate how much capital Steven needs, in order to retire at 68.

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