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Most older Americans need no help at all from others. In fact, a lot of them are too busy helping others or contributing to their families, workplaces, and communities in other ways. That said, some older people will eventually need a bit of assistance from others. Here’s a quick look…
What is considered the retirement ideal? Living your best “golden years” is perceived as being completely free of work, and having the money and health to do exactly what you want exactly when you want. That can mean being on-the-go traveling the world, or mirroring my parents, happily ensconced in…
Whether you are planning in advance or making a final push to boost your savings amount, there is never a bad time to start thinking about your retirement account. In fact, the earlier you start thinking about it and making a plan of action of how to tackle it, the…
The only thing that is certain about life is that anything can happen, even the unexpected. No one likes to spend their time contemplating the unthinkable, but putting some thought into what you want for your final arrangements can help prepare your loved ones for any worst case scenario. Keeping…
If you decide that you want to spend retirement in a senior living community, or if you have medical problems that require care, finding the right place is only a part of the process. The next step involves having the money to live there. Depending on your wants or needs,…
Just because you are entering your golden years doesn’t mean you have to stop enjoying life. In fact, nowadays, there are more ways than ever to live your best life even after becoming a senior citizen. Here are some great ways to remain financially healthy during this time of your…
Retirement ain’t what it used to be. The baby boomer generation has seen to that. Americans born between 1946 and 1964 have been upending traditions since they were young, so why stop now? Their redefinition of retirement is not only supported by statistics, but I‘ve personally seen it in action…
It might be hard to make choices about your life insurance, especially if you are a senior. These policies can affect whether you are eligible for Medicaid. The premiums for them could subtract from your income in your golden years. Then you may not be able to cover the cost…
A life settlement is an agreement between an individual who owns a life insurance policy and a third party who agrees to provide the owner with cash in return for the policy. The potential benefits of life settlements are great for individuals who can no longer afford to pay the…
Funerals are among the most difficult events to plan and budget for, especially when a passing happens suddenly. It’s never easy to say goodbye to a loved one, but it becomes particularly hard when you don’t have much money to spend on a funeral service and the expenses that come…