Many of us think of retirement as part of the natural order of things. Not long ago, this meant working until you’re about the age of 65, then living off a pension and Social Security benefits. Now, pensions have become less … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: What Are Some Considerations for Retiring Alone?
September 25, 2024 by
Dear Angel, I am currently single and loving it and will be retiring in the next few years. Do you have any tips or considerations for those who are retiring solo?Thanks for your help!Alona … [Read more...]
Print This PageWhen Is the Best Time For You to Retire?
July 30, 2024 by
Nine Important Factors to Consider and the Most Important Factor that Is Often Overlooked The retirement wave is about to hit. A whopping 4 million Americans are expected to turn 65 every year for the next four years. That … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Are Military Families Better Prepared for Retirement?
July 30, 2024 by
Dear Angel,My cousin and I are the same age. However, he is enlisted in the US Army, and I worked in the private sector for the past 30 years. He is close to retirement, and I am hoping to be as well but may need a few more … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: How Can I Locate an Old 401(k) Retirement Account?
April 12, 2024 by
Dear Kiwi and Mango, I am about to retire from federal employment. Before I worked for the government, I used to work at a company where I’m almost certain I had a 401(k) that they matched. I am doing my retirement planning … [Read more...]
Print This PageIs Retirement Good or Bad for Your Mental Health?
February 6, 2024 by
Retirement is supposed to be one of the best times in your life. You’ve worked for so many years to finally reach this point, and now you can relax and enjoy your time with family and friends. You can move to a warmer climate if … [Read more...]
Print This PageIs a Reverse Mortgage a Good Strategy in This Economy?
October 24, 2023 by
If you’re a homeowner nearing retirement age, you’ve probably seen the TV commercials about reverse mortgages. Tom Selleck offers a friendly explanation of reverse mortgages and how people use them. How accurate is what he and … [Read more...]
Print This PageGen Xers Are Facing an Alarming Retirement Reality
October 3, 2023 by
Generation Xers are adults born between 1965 and 1980, and they represent almost 64 million Americans or nearly 20 percent of the population. Gen Xers are now in their 40s and 50s and are the next generation in line to retire … [Read more...]
Print This PageWhy Are Some Seniors Upsizing Rather than Downsizing in Retirement?
September 1, 2023 by
Q. My neighbors recently retired from work and put their house on the market. Their kids have all moved out, and it’s just them and their dog. At their retirement party, they showed us a picture of the house they were building. It … [Read more...]
Print This PageRetiree Confidence Is the Lowest in 15 Years! How You Can Plan Ahead for Retirement and Long-Term Care
May 2, 2023 by
About 10,000 Americans turn 65 every day, and though everyone's financial situation is different, that means that millions of people are getting ready to retire each year. But according to a recent survey, many are not confident … [Read more...]
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