Should I move when I retire is a question often asked by retirees and those planning retirement. Equally important, I think, is the question, “How independent am I?” The question is very important because, for any retired person or couple who desires to retire and Learn More
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11 Items Retirees Should Get Before It’s Too Late
Now that I’m retired, I have more time to ponder. You might say that pondering is my hobby. I once said that if I didn’t have to earn a living, I would sit around and ponder all day. Lately, I’ve been thinking about the future Learn More
Does Social Security Contact You by Phone or Mail?
Are you confused as to how Social Security will contact you about retirement benefits? If case you are, you’re not alone. With that said, let me note that there are various methods the Social Security Administration uses for communication. It’s not complicated. Although we all Learn More
Perks: Retirement Has its Privileges in a Pandemic
Have you noticed that retirement has its privileges during the coronavirus pandemic? It may be difficult to imagine there are perks, especially as Americans and people around the globe continue to suffer deeply from the detrimental health and economic effects of Covid19. The pandemic has Learn More
Aging? 4 Easy Ways to Relieve Stress So You Can Sleep
If you’re looking for easy ways to relieve stress so you can sleep, I’ve got 4 solutions you’ll love. But first, let me give some background on sleep and aging. I used to think that getting older meant that I would need less sleep than Learn More
Best Retirement Advice for Uncertain Times
The best retirement advice I can give you during uncertain times is to rely on your own judgment rather than on commission-driven “retirement experts”, or the advice of people on social media. Furthermore, don’t base retirement decisions solely on money. It’s the best retirement advice Learn More
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Common Sense Advice for Older Adults [Coronavirus]
Years ago as a hurricane threatened the Gulf Coast of Louisiana, my sister-in-law and I conversed about human nature. People in our community were on high alert for good reason. Store shelves emptied fast of everyday staples like bread and milk. Everyone stocked up on Learn More
How to Survive Your Husband’s Retirement
If you’re looking for a solution for how to survive your husband’s retirement, the best way to ensure your survival is to check in with yourself first. That’s because the only person you have control over is yourself. You don’t have control over your husband Learn More
Exceeded Social Security Earnings Limit: Don’t Worry
Have you exceeded the yearly Social Security earnings limit? Or think you might? Don’t worry. I know from personal experience that returning the money to Social Security is painless and efficient. And I’m going to explain exactly how it works. But first, I’ll give you Learn More
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How to Retire at 62 with Little Money [It’s About Value]
If you’re looking for answers on how to retire at 62 with little money, I think the best way to do it is through Just in Time Retirement or value-based retirement. It’s the way that Rebel Retiree and I have managed our retirement for the Learn More
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Countdown to a Healthier Retirement [10 Positive Lifestyle Choices]
Here we are ringing in a New Year and a new decade! Many of us may be setting goals for a healthier retirement. Perhaps you have plans to kick-start an exercise routine or eat more healthfully. As for me, I intend to dig deeper into Learn More
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50 Boredom Busters [Things to do When Retired and Bored]
Finding things to do when retired and bored can be a challenge. And retired men find this especially painful. Read: Help Your Husband Overcome Fear of Retirement Boredom However, help is on the way! My list of 50 Boredom Busters will set your motivation motor Learn More
Retired? 7 Smart Reasons to Move to a Smaller Home
Lately, Rebel Retiree and I have been thinking about moving to a smaller home. Before going any further, let me add that we love the home we’re in, particularly its rural location and the abundance of wildlife we get to see in our yard. And Learn More
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How Much Money Should You Have to Retire? [Try Value Based Planning]
How much money should you have to retire? That’s a difficult question to answer because it’s not always feasible for people to save. And, we all have different ideas of what defines retirement and what defines a comfortable lifestyle. For those reasons, if you’ve come Learn More
Why Do So Many People Claim Social Security at 62?
Why do so many people claim Social Security at 62 is a common question. Although answering can draw a lot of negative strong opinions. Therefore, I think some baby boomers are reluctant to say they’ve claimed at 62, or will. My instincts tell me that Learn More
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Affordable Travel for Retirees [Home Exchange]
If you had your druthers, how would you spend your retirement? Many people answer that they would like to travel – to experience foreign countries, see exotic landscapes, or visit all of America’s national parks. However, traveling can be expensive. It’s only a dream for Learn More
Help Your Husband Overcome Fear of Retirement Boredom
Have you ever wondered why men fear retirement boredom more than women? Do you have little sympathy for your husband’s inability to occupy himself? Fear of retirement boredom is a serious problem for many men. A number of them will delay retirement for fear of Learn More
Eliminating Waste and the Cost of Ownership
Imagine that you retired today. How would you celebrate the occasion? The quintessential act is to embark on a journey with no timetable. After all, no one is expecting you at the office, ever again! One man that we met was embarking on his journey. Learn More
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Should I Move to a 55+ Retirement Community [Why I Wouldn’t]
Have you ever thought about retiring and moving to a 55 + community? If you’ve ever looked at one of their websites, they make quite a convincing argument for why you should. The stock photos they post are beautiful – sunshine, palm trees, lovely smiling Learn More
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Should I Buy a New Car Before I Retire [Consider This First]
The answer to the question, “Should I buy a new car before I retire” is a resounding no! You may be thinking it’s prudent to repair the house, get your teeth fixed, and so on before you retire. But, think about it. Be reasonable. Do Learn More
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The Hype About Superfoods [Boomers and Healthy Aging]
Superfoods are NOT the answer to healthy aging. We’ve all heard the buzzword “superfoods”, and you may realize that the food industry uses this term to influence your buying habits. If you’re on social media or use the internet in any way, you’ve probably seen Learn More