Retirement Articles

Articles, guides and FAQs on retirement strategies, financinal news and trends to enjoy your retirement

A group sands together boxing canned goods at a food pantry, just one of several volunteer opportunities for retirees

How To Find Volunteer Opportunities After Retirement

October 21, 2024

Ready to make a difference in your community? Volunteering after retirement can be the perfect opportunity to share your skills and experiences with others while also making an impact in your community.

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Two Social Security cards laying over a sheet of paper of retirement income, Social Security and Medicare work together to support you in retirement

Social Security and Medicare: How They Work & Coordinating Benefits

October 18, 2024

Have questions about Social Security and Medicare? Though they differ in benefits and eligibility, these two programs work together to provide you with financial security and healthcare coverage in your retirement years.

Here’s what you need to know about both programs, including eligibility, benefits and costs, and how you coordinate them.

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Mature woman, taking notes during a free online course on her tablet

6 Paid and Free Online Classes for Seniors

September 23, 2024

Retirement can be the perfect time to explore new passions and challenge yourself with novel ideas — and with the rise of online learning platforms, there are more opportunities than ever to do just that.  Engaging in lifelong learning isn’t just about the skills or topics you learn; there are multiple benefits of learning itself.…

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Group of women with different ages and ethnicities having fun walking in the woods enjoying cool weather activities

Cool Weather Activities and Safety Tips for Seniors

August 28, 2024

Need a few suggestions on how to stay active and warm this fall and winter? Here’s our guide on how to plan ahead, create a cool weather activity calendar, and prioritize your safety in the months ahead.

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lawn and garden prep for fall

Your Yard and Garden To-Do List Before Fall

August 6, 2024

As the hottest days of summer begin to wind down, you might find yourself with a little extra time on your hands now that you’re retired. It’s the perfect opportunity to turn your attention to your lawn and garden, ensuring they remain vibrant throughout the fall and winter. With a few simple fall yard prep…

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What Adults 65+ Need to Know About Taxes

Tax Tips For Seniors: 5 Things You Must Know

September 8, 2022

Whether you’re retired or still working, here are 5 must-know tax tips for seniors: 5. Utilize the 1040-SR Tax Form Traditional tax forms use tiny print that’s a strain on the eyes. Fortunately, people over 65 can take advantage of a new tax filing form that’s much easier to read. This two-page form is called…

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Baby Boomer

Celebrating the Baby Boomer Generation

August 15, 2022

Get out your party hats! Baby Boomer Recognition Day is August 17th. This event is an opportunity to celebrate a generation of people worthy of being honored. Baby Boomers, or colloquially ‘boomers,’ have witnessed massive events globally and have had a tremendous influence on the world. In the spirit of recognizing these folks,  let’s peruse…

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American Adventures Month

Celebrate American Adventures Month

August 1, 2022

How do you define “adventure”? Many people think adventures must be heart-pounding extreme experiences, like skiing, skydiving, or rock climbing. But at United Medicare Advisors, we think that “adventure” can be anything out of your ordinary day-to-day life. Trying a new cuisine is an adventure. Visiting a new park is an adventure. Even taking the…

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Retirement Readiness

5 Fundamentals for Retirement Readiness

July 11, 2022

Aegon and the Transamerica Institute® sponsored a survey that aims to understand how people are preparing for retirement, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic altered so many peoples’ plans. As part of their report, they shared what they call the 5 Fundamentals of Retirement Readiness. These five tips provide a solid foundation for retirement planning, and…

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Presidents and Medicare

February 21, 2022

Medicare was signed into law in 1965, but it took many years and many presidents’ work to make it happen. Let’s take a look at all the Commanders in Chief who helped build the program through proposals and legislation over the years, according to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). President Theodore Roosevelt…

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