Climate change is a hot topic these days. Have you ever felt uncomfortable talking about it with family members and friends? Everyone has their own idea about what’s true or isn’t true. How do we handle it as a nation? Is it a crisis or isn’t it? The Nature Conservancy (TNC) wants to make it easier for you to navigate this topic. TNC has been in operation for more than … [Read more...]
How to Make Moving While Downsizing Easy Over 50
There are roughly 75 million Baby Boomers in the US, and around 10 million retirees will be downsizing their homes soon. This isn't overly surprising. Downsizing your home is a practical move once you retire. It may be because you want to cut down on costs or simply because you want to be closer to your precious grandkids and realize you don’t need as much space in your next … [Read more...]
Do You Have a Retirement Spending Plan that Works for You?
Part of having an active “retirement spending plan” means you need the income to support it. That can mean a lot of different things depending on how you define retirement. Traditionally, retirement has meant that you work up to a point, cross a hard line in the sand, and stop working. Today’s retirees are much less likely to take this approach. Many Boomers are opting … [Read more...]
Winter Driving Safety Tips For Seniors Taking a Road Trip
There are several things to look forward to during winter: the holidays, the excuse to stay under the blankets with a mug of tea, and the peaceful silence that winter brings. On the other hand, there are also many things that can make winter not so enjoyable, especially as we get older. Easily one of the worst parts of winter is driving on snow- and ice-covered roads (no … [Read more...]
6 Reasons Laziness Over 50 is a Good Thing
Do you ever find yourself so busy you neglect taking time for yourself? You may be caring for a spouse, child, grandchild, pet, or business, and your needs get pushed to the last place. But sometimes, setting aside time for laziness is beneficial for your health and mental state especially if you are over 50. You don’t have to think about anything important and may find … [Read more...]