Cost and value

What the Preferment course costs

Last updated: November 2026

The Rarified Life course listing shows a price of $6,000.00, and its Investment section states $3,000 for the eight live sessions, the book, and the guided homework.

Both figures appear on the same Preferment course listing at rarifiedlife.com, as of November 2026. Because they differ, confirm the current price on the Preferment course listing before you enroll. This page sets out exactly what the price covers, so you can compare it fairly with any retirement coach.

How much does the Preferment retirement life course cost?

What the price includes

Eight weekly live sessions with Anne van Leynseele
The Preferment book, your companion text and workbook
Homework built into the book, done between sessions
A structured path in which each week builds on the last

Nothing else is listed as included. Refund terms and payment plans are not described on the listing.

How to think about the value

Divide the price by what you receive, not by the calendar. At either published figure you are paying for eight live sessions with the author of the method, plus the book and its exercises. Compare that with what a one-on-one retirement coach includes for the same money: number of sessions, length, materials, and what you should have at the end. Prices for retirement coaching vary widely, so ask each coach directly.

Six questions to ask before paying for retirement coaching

Here is how the Preferment course answers each one, using only what Rarified Life publishes.

What does it focus on?: Identity, motivation, values, routine, and a mission for life after career. Not financial planning.
Individual or group? Live or self-paced?: A live course led by Anne van Leynseele. The listing does not state group size.
How many sessions, over how long?: Eight weekly live sessions over 8 weeks.
What materials are included?: The Preferment book, which is both companion text and workbook.
What do I have at the end?: A named mission for your next chapter and routines to support it, from the Launch and Accountability modules.
What is the total price?: $6,000.00 shown on the listing; $3,000 stated in the listing’s Investment section. Confirm before buying.

When the Preferment course is not the right spend

If your main worry is money, a licensed financial professional is the better first purchase. Preferment does not cover investments or retirement income. If you need private, individual sessions now, an individual retirement coach fits better, since Rarified Life lists its own 1:1 coaching as coming soon. If you are unsure either way, start with the free presentation and read four ways to plan life after a career compared.

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Common questions

How much does the Preferment course cost?: The Rarified Life course listing shows a price of $6,000.00, while the Investment section on the same listing states $3,000 for the eight weekly live sessions, the book, and the guided homework. Because the two figures differ, check the current price on the course listing at rarifiedlife.com before you enroll.
What is included in the course price?: The course listing names four things: eight weekly live sessions with Anne van Leynseele, the Preferment book as your companion text and workbook, the homework built into the book, and a structured path in which each week builds on the last. No other inclusions are described on the listing.
Are refunds or payment plans available?: Refund terms and payment plans are not described on the Preferment course listing. Read the Rarified Life terms of service on rarifiedlife.com and review the checkout page for any payment options before you enroll, so you know the conditions that apply to your purchase.
How does the cost compare with other retirement coaching?: Prices for retirement coaching vary widely by coach, format, and length, and no single market rate applies. A fair comparison looks at what you get: Preferment includes eight live sessions, a book, and guided homework. When comparing a coach, ask how many sessions are included, how long each runs, and what materials come with it.
Is there a free way to get started?: Yes. Rarified Life offers a free presentation aimed at accomplished women in their 50s and 60s who are nearing or in retirement. It introduces a 5-step plan for replacing the "What now?" feeling many people have about retirement, and it is a low-commitment next step after exploring this site.
How do I enroll in the Preferment course?: Enrollment happens on the Preferment course listing at rarifiedlife.com, the main Rarified Life website. This site explains the course in detail so you can decide whether it fits, but it does not take enrollments itself. Review the price and terms on the listing before you complete a purchase.

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