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Finding a Sense of Purpose in Retirement
Finding a Sense of Purpose in Retirement
Religion and mentorship are both fulfilling paths for retirees.
December 22, 2020
Money Can’t Buy Happiness: 4 Secrets to a Happy Retirement
Money Can’t Buy Happiness: 4 Secrets to a Happy Retirement
You know the saying: Money can’t buy happiness. While that may be true, there is one thing you can do financially to impact your happiness in retireme…
December 7, 2020
Peering Past the Pandemic
Peering Past the Pandemic
I’m looking forward to a time when lunches with the girls (or guys), volunteering and travel will resume.
November 24, 2020
When Only One Spouse Retires
When Only One Spouse Retires
Retirement in any form can upend a couple’s relationship, but when both spouses used to work full-time and only one retires, that reconfiguration rais…
November 20, 2020
Planning to Sell Your Home in Retirement? Downsize Costs Along With Space
Planning to Sell Your Home in Retirement? Downsize Costs Along With Space
In this hot real estate market, consider the costs of buying and selling a house along with the expenses associated with your new digs.
November 13, 2020
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Retirees, Make the Most of Your Home Equity
Retirees, Make the Most of Your Home Equity
A home equity loan or home equity line of credit may be perfect for your retirement finances. But don't delay; a fee increase is coming.
November 2, 2020
How to Be Happy (Not Bored!) in Retirement – Starting Today
How to Be Happy (Not Bored!) in Retirement – Starting Today
Here are 12 ways to prepare now for retirement so that you’ll be happy, active, fulfilled and never, ever bored.
October 21, 2020
The Ways Pets Improve Our Retirement Well-Being
The Ways Pets Improve Our Retirement Well-Being
Getting pet-friendly when you leave the work world may give you a healthy boost.
October 14, 2020
9 Tips for Better Time Management in Retirement
9 Tips for Better Time Management in Retirement
These important time management techniques will help destress your life as you get busier -- yes, busier -- in your golden years.
October 14, 2020
7 Must-Listen Retirement Podcasts That Aren’t About Money
7 Must-Listen Retirement Podcasts That Aren’t About Money
Staying physically and mentally engaged in retirement is just as important as how much cash you have in the bank. Here are some of my favorite podcast…
October 6, 2020
How Snowbirds Can Be Taxed as a Florida Resident
How Snowbirds Can Be Taxed as a Florida Resident
If you live in a high-tax state during the summer but winter in Florida, you'll likely save big bucks if you can establish residency in Florida.
October 2, 2020
Fulfilling Ways to Spend Your Time in Retirement
Fulfilling Ways to Spend Your Time in Retirement
Human creativity is unlimited: Just look at the activities retirees find to fill their days.
September 29, 2020
10 Things You'll Spend Less on in Retirement
10 Things You'll Spend Less on in Retirement
We spend a lot of time worrying about running out of cash in retirement. But you might be surprised to see some of the things you'll find yourself spe…
September 16, 2020
6 Ways the Pandemic Has Been a Dress Rehearsal for Retirement – and How You Can Take Advantage
6 Ways the Pandemic Has Been a Dress Rehearsal for Retirement – and How You Can Take Advantage
What do lockdowns and retirement have in common? Quite a bit. And the parallels can be helpful in your retirement planning.
September 10, 2020
For a Happy Retirement, Try ‘Retirement Dating’ First
For a Happy Retirement, Try ‘Retirement Dating’ First
Take advantage of the years before you punch out for the last time to do a little experimenting with your life.
September 4, 2020
Back in School Decades Later
Back in School Decades Later
Getting a degree or certificate in retirement or later in life can have its advantages.
September 2, 2020
The Right Fit Car for Older Drivers
The Right Fit Car for Older Drivers
Anticipate how changes in lifestyle and health might affect the kind of vehicle you will need over time.
August 26, 2020
8 Things You Must Know About Retiring to the Carolinas
8 Things You Must Know About Retiring to the Carolinas
From the mountains to the beaches, North Carolina and South Carolina offer retirees plenty of incentives.
August 14, 2020
7 Surprisingly Valuable Assets for a Happy Retirement
7 Surprisingly Valuable Assets for a Happy Retirement
If you want a long and fulfilling retirement, you need more than money. Here are the most valuable retirement assets to have (besides money), and how …
August 3, 2020
The Joys of Being Retired
The Joys of Being Retired
More freedom, being able to give back, and time to deepen relationships are common themes in your e-mails.
July 30, 2020
Find a Great Place to Retire
Find a Great Place to Retire
Our cities provide plenty of space to spread out without skimping on health care or other amenities.
July 2, 2020
Searching for the Perfect Place to Retire
Searching for the Perfect Place to Retire
We home in on two places with less traffic and lower costs.
July 2, 2020
Resources for alternative forms of transportation needed by many older adults
Resources for alternative forms of transportation needed by many older adults
For many older adults, having an alternative mode of transportation may be the difference between independence and social isolation.
June 29, 2020