It’s important to take the time to unplug, unwind, and relax every now and again. A lot of people take vacation time to focus on taking a break and creating a positive work-life balance. Taking time for yourself is good, but taking a big vacation to do it is not always feasible. Fortunately, there’s more than one way to take a vacation. A staycation is a vacation that you … [Read more...]
Granny Pods: A Tiny Living Alternative for Single Seniors
A Granny Pod is another name for a Tiny House and is a popular option for single older people looking for an affordable way to downsize. Since many grannies outlive their husbands that's how Granny Pods got its name. They are bigger than a dog house and much more comfortable Granny pods are usually no bigger than 400 square feet and are not attached to a larger home. … [Read more...]
A Bushwacker Cocktail: And Flinging Fish in Alabama
The recipe from the famous Florabama bar in Alabama is top-secret but this one is pretty close. Enjoy! Make sure to read more about the bar and its fish-flinging contest underneath. Enjoy this recipe! Make your Bushwacker cocktail look extra special in a Hurricane Glass by clicking here The Flora Bama Mullet Toss I had no idea what to expect when I accepted an … [Read more...]
What Seniors Need to Consider When Choosing Credit Cards
I interviewed Matt Schultz with Compare Cards who gave me insight into the ins and outs of choosing credit cards for Baby Boomers. As we get older, we may want to reassess the cards we have and make changes to give us better benefits. His tips were enlightening to me and I hope they will be for you. Have you changed cards lately? Baby Boomers are the age group most … [Read more...]
Investment Do’s and Don’ts to Maximize Your Retirement
As retirement grows closer and Baby Boomers begin making long-term financial plans, investment opportunities become prominent in financial discussions. With people living longer in retirement, it’s important to make investment decisions that will benefit their nest egg rather than taking from it. In order to make responsible investment decisions, there are some important do’s … [Read more...]