You worked hard all your life. Now you want to play hard, or maybe you just want to take it easy. Will retirement be everything you hoped for? In the US, the average retirement age for men is at 62 years old, and 59 for women. Meanwhile, life expectancy is 74 for men and about 80 for women. That’s quite a few years to navigate. No two seniors have the same experience with … [Read more...]
The Financial Dam Has Broken: Retirees Need to Wake Up
The following is adapted from Fire Your Financial Advisor. Snow White was out for one year. Jack Spartan (Demolition Man) was on ice for close to 40. And Steve Rogers (Captain America) was frozen for almost 70. But Princess Aurora (Sleeping Beauty) wins the snooze button award for being asleep for a full century. My point—other than staying away from poisoned … [Read more...]
How To Ensure You Can Age in Place
As you get older, you may start to realize that things aren’t as easy as they used to be. The garden pots may start to feel heavier or your energy levels deplete quicker. While this doesn’t mean you need to take up a full-time residence in a rocking chair, it does mean you need to start planning for the future. By planning ahead, you’ll ensure that you can age in the comfort … [Read more...]
Do you Still Feel Relevant as a Woman Over 60?
Baby Boomer women are now in their 60s and 70s. Not long ago we were partying in our bell bottoms with flowers in our hair. The women’s movement gave us more choices than our mothers had at our age. As young women, we were energized, had options, and the world was open to us. Some of us embraced life full throttle, took on meaningful careers, balanced work with our families, … [Read more...]
How Many Bucket List Items Have You Crossed Off in Retirement?
Many people have dreams of doing something amazing and unforgettable in their lifetime. You might have goals or aspirations that have nothing to do with work or other people. Maybe you want to see Niagara Falls or travel to Europe. Maybe you want to skydive or bungee jump. Or, maybe you just want to buy a beach house somewhere that you can enjoy with your family during the … [Read more...]