Retirement Articles
Articles, guides and FAQs on retirement strategies, financinal news and trends to enjoy your retirement
Aegon and the Transamerica InstituteĀ® sponsored a survey that aims to understand how people are preparing for retirement, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic altered so many peoplesā 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…
Medicare was signed into law in 1965, but it took many years and many presidentsā work to make it happen. Letās 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…
You might think that Valentineās Day is reserved for couples and kids, but youād be wrong! There are plenty of things you can do to celebrate (or avoid) the day. Retirees, especially, have extra time to do as they please. Spread the love to your partner, friends, family, or simply yourself! About Valentineās Day Saint…
Many people spend years working hard and planning for their ideal retirement activities, whether itāll include traveling, gardening, reading books, knitting, socializing, exercising, or something else. While most people plan for the financial elements of post-retirement life, they often overlook the psychological elements. A sudden change in a long-followed routine can be overwhelming for many…
In 2022, Social Security benefits see an increase of 5.9% (the largest since 1983) thanks to the cost of living adjustment, or COLA. 25% of Americans increased their financial savings as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The average retirement age in the U.S. is 66.85. The retirement age is lowest in Alaska and West…
Are you retired and living on a fixed budget? The holidays can stretch finances to the max. While you may feel tempted to overspend on that bright shiny toy for your grandchild, there are plenty of budget-friendly holiday gifts you can give to ensure you donāt go in the red (unless youāre actually wearing red).…
Itās that time of year again! As the weather gets colder, TV commercials start advertising the same thing: Holiday Season! Many people are lucky to have extra family time in November and December. Looking for some inexpensive holiday activities for the whole family? Here are some ideas! Pass down family recipes Build your own decorations…
Considering retirement? Congratulations! There are endless ways you can spend your golden years. As you begin to make your plans, be sure your budget accounts for all those surprise costs when the unexpected happens. Here are 20+ things to do with your retirement that will bring new flavor to your leisure time. Adopt or foster…
Medicare covers about two-thirds of your healthcare costs, however the program is not free for its more than 60 million beneficiaries. To cover premiums and out-of-pocket prescription drug costs after age 65, experts estimate men will spend $130,000 and women should plan to spend $146,000. By understanding this, you can better plan for your healthcare…
As you head into retirement, you may be considering beach vacations and days spent doing what you love. But many seniors have another reality: heaps of student debt. Over the last 10 years, the number of seniors with outstanding student loans has quadrupled ā from 700,000 in 2005 to 2.8 million in 2015. In 2015,…
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