Your financial strategy is one of the most important parts of your quality of life in retirement. However, it can also be difficult and complex to keep up with the changing financial landscapes, modern laws, and regulations. In short, creating your financial strategy is never a set-it-and-forget-it task—it requires maintenance. A common rule of thumb is to re-examine your financial and retirement strategy on an annual basis. So, when you undergo this review, remember to look at the five key areas of retirement planning: