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How to Thrive as an Empty Nester

June 11, 2022 by Dan Matthews Leave a Comment

Empty Nest

Becoming an empty nester is a bittersweet thing. You love the new opportunities, freedom, and time it affords you. But you hate how much you miss your kids and caring for them every day. That said, it’s essential to focus more on the exciting opportunities to pursue an independent life if you want to get through the highs and lows of transitioning to an empty nest. Pursue … [Read more...]

Best Home-Based Small Business Ideas for New Retirees

March 15, 2022 by Guest Post Leave a Comment

Couple working a home-based business

Most working women and men look forward to retirement the way a kid can’t wait for Christmas. Some people even count the days by X’ing them off on their calendar. And yet, once that day to officially retire comes, you suddenly realize you might not have enough savings and investments to keep up the lifestyle you’ve enjoyed for so long. You have a choice here. You can either … [Read more...]

Creative and Fun Side Jobs for Older Adults

March 2, 2022 by Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski 4 Comments

Older woman working at her desk

The idea of “retirement” isn’t the same for everyone. Not all of us who are over 65 worked a 9-5 job, put money away in a retirement account, or have means of support other than Social Security. You may be at retirement age but don't want to stop working and want to try new pursuits. There are a wide variety of interesting side jobs that will not only generate extra income and … [Read more...]

When Your Livelihood Disappears Before Your Eyes

February 26, 2022 by Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski 6 Comments

Livelihood

To say I panicked when all my websites suddenly disappeared as if they were devoured by Pac-Man would be a huge understatement. They are my livelihood as a single woman over 60 aside from my Social Security and whatever I make as an actor. The same thing happened about a year ago when malware snuck in and took down my sites.  I hate those evil bots who randomly chew up … [Read more...]

Tips to Jump-Start Real Estate Investing as a Retirement Plan

November 3, 2021 by Dan Matthews Leave a Comment

Real Estate Investing

There was a time when retirement took a familiar form for most people. Until relatively recently, most retirees were expected to stop work altogether and slow down the pace of life. But this doesn’t really reflect the current reality. Only around 38% of Boomers expect to receive a pension and even with a Social Security check, most don’t have enough income to be … [Read more...]

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