Are you confused as to how Social Security will contact you about retirement benefits? If that’s the case, 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!)
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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!)
4 Natural Stress Relievers for Better Sleep in Older Adults
Stress can wreck a good night’s sleep. However, I have 4 natural stress relievers that can help. I used to think that getting older meant that I would need less sleep than my younger counterparts. Perhaps perpetuated by anecdotal evidence of old guys waking up (Learn more!)
Best Retirement Advice for Uncertain Times
The best retirement advice for uncertain times is to rely on your judgment rather than on commission-driven “retirement experts”, or the advice of people on social media. Furthermore, retirement decisions based solely on money are like a time bomb waiting to explode. It’s the best (Learn more!)
Common Sense Advice for Older Adults
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 tips on how to cope with your husband’s retirement, know that you’re not alone. Many of us have concerns and questions about how to adjust to our husband’s retirement. However, the key to surviving this transition is to start by checking (Learn more!)
Don’t Worry if You Exceed the Social Security Earnings Limit
Rest assured that if you’ve exceeded the annual Social Security earnings limit, or think you might, returning the money to Social Security is painless and efficient. I know this from experience. In the following text, I will explain how it works. But first, let me (Learn more!)
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How to Retire at 62 with Little Money [It’s About Value]
We know that people want to retire, but are worried about money. We retired early and think you can do that as well with Just-in-Time Retirement – an innovative retirement lifestyle plan we started based on our experience. With the tips we offer, you have (Learn more!)
10 Positive Lifestyle Choices for a Healthier Retirement
Many of us are probably thinking about setting some goals for a healthier, happier retirement. Maybe you’re planning to start a new exercise routine, or finally get serious about eating more vegetables and less junk food. That’s great! For me? I’ve decided to dive deeper (Learn more!)
Retired and Bored? 50 Boredom Busters
Are you retired and bored; feeling like you’re in a rut? Not to worry! This is not the time for despair; this is the time to move out of your comfort zone, have some fun, and get inspired. With my list of 50 unique Boredom (Learn more!)
Retired? 7 Smart Reasons to Downsize 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!)
How to Retire Well When You Don’t Have a Lot of Money (Value-Based Planning)
How do you retire well when you don’t have a lot of money? It’s a great question, yet also a subjective one. We all have different ideas of what defines retirement and what defines a comfortable lifestyle. With that in mind, I have a practical (Learn more!)
5 Smart Reasons to Claim Social Security Benefits at 62
Why do so many people claim Social Security benefits at 62 years of age, you might ask? For those who have made that decision, the answer can attract many negative opinions. Some may feel hesitant to admit that they claimed at 62 or are planning (Learn more!)
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[Home Exchange]Affordable Travel for Retirees
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
Fear of retirement boredom is a serious problem for many men. In fact, a number of them will delay retirement for fear of boredom. Furthermore, a large number of retirees claim they are bored out of their minds after only 6 months to a year (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]
Different strokes for different folks. While 55-plus retirement communities might appeal to some, they aren’t for me. Despite well-oiled sales pitches and attractive adverts with beautiful stock photos of sunshine, palm trees, and smiling people, the idea of living in a gated community with others (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!)
The Truth About Superfoods and Healthy Aging
Foods and products labeled superfoods are not the answer to healthy aging. In this article, I explain why. We’ve all heard the buzzword “superfoods”. And you may already realize that the food industry uses this term to influence your buying habits. Furthermore, if you’re on (Learn more!)
This is What Retirement Could Look Like if You’re Ready
5S and Muda – Crucial Tools for Just-In-Time Retirement For the older worker, a wage-paying job or career has no future. Using it to build an inventory (waste) of wealth to provide for an unknowable future hampers one from adding value to the life that (Learn more!)
Can Whole 30 Diet Relieve Joint Pain? A Testimonial
I’d never heard of Whole 30 until a childhood friend posted his opinion of it on Facebook. Because of his super-positive experience, he wanted to share it with friends. He posted pictures of himself looking trim and fit. And although Whole 30 is not a (Learn more!)