Some regrets come with age, and some come with experience Best Advice from Seniors to Millennials . Here are a few that might ring a bell or, if you’re young enough, you might be able to avoid altogether. We followed a…
Few of us can afford to splurge day in and day out, especially on the fixed income of retirement. Even seniors who have good savings are watching their wallets more these days, though, and they should remember — as we…
“Passive income” has become quite the buzzword. With the rise of the internet age and the sharing economy, the ways to earn income while you sleep (or lounge on the beach) appear to be multiplying by the day. This is…
As more seniors enter retirement, many find themselves struggling to live comfortably without savings or extra financial support. But by cutting out specific expenses and taking advantage of special senior discounts, retirees can significantly boost their annual savings. These adjustments not…
There’s a hard reality that comes when you reach retirement age, but you can’t afford to retire. Having to work in your golden years can be harder than it sounds. Not every place is equal when it comes to supporting…
Ah, the golden years … nothing to do and all day to do it. Retirement is what you make of it, and everyone wants to make it rewarding. Sometimes, though, the early days prove a bit shocking. Finances, of course,…
You’re supposed to live as freely as possible in retirement. That’s harder to do when your old job and family life burden you financially. When downsizing a home, belongings, and financial…
Working from home after retirement can be an ideal way to bring in much-needed income without sacrificing valuable time and energy on things like commuting to and from an office.…
Baby Boomers often get a bad rap for well … ruining the world for future generations. But hey, let’s give credit where it’s due. While they might be blamed for…
Grandparents often love sharing their tried-and-true financial advice with younger generations. But not all the guidance that worked in Grandma’s day is still relevant. From outdated investment strategies to misguided…
Downsizing can be an exhilarating process that leaves you with more financial freedom and fewer pesky household chores. But as with any major life decision, there are plenty of pitfalls…
Time and careful planning are what you need to retire and live happily ever after, but many retirees wind up with regrets. We’ve talked to senior financial planning experts and…
Making a will should be on your mind — yet up to 60% of Americans do not have a will, according to a summary of the situation by LegalZoom. It’s…
At one time in our history, retirement was a given, an all-but-assured final chapter after years of working hard. While some people might choose to work past 65, many look…
Advice is usually offered with good intentions, but times change, and it can become outdated. As a millennial, I have heard plenty of tips from baby boomers that are either…
You’re in your 60s, you’ve worked hard, saved, and planned for the future. And while you don’t have to keep pounding the pavement, you still have to manage your finances…
Contemporary thought about getting older is changing, and more seniors are looking to stay in the workforce, be it in their longtime job, or in a second or third career.…
The decision on where to retire has never been more interesting. Based on shifting population demographics and revitalized downtowns in places off the beaten track, it’s eye-opening to see what…