It's easy to think of retirement in absolutes. But with the daunting realities of such a transition, that doesn't mean you should! (The Motley Fool) A better bet? Ease into retirement by cutting back on…
Don’t Overlook This Birthday
Sixty-six may not seem like a milestone birthday for most Baby Boomers. After all, it's not a nice even number and doesn't coincide with your fiftieth high school anniversaries. However, anyone planning on having a…
Delaying Your Social Security Benefits Can Pay Off
Two factors play an overwhelming role in the amount of Social Security benefits you'll see in retirement. Firstly, the amount of income you've earned in your lifetime and when you chose to start collecting benefits.…
How to Retire in Costa Rica
Costa Rica was the first Latin America country to cater to American retirees actively. Here's how to determine if the tropical paradise is the right retirement destination for you. (U.S. News & World Report) Before…
Fitness Tracker Guide for Seniors
You've probably heard that you should take 10,000 steps a day. While that isn't a magic number, the more active you are, the better it is for your health. Devices that track your physical activity…
The Biggest Risks to the Market Right Now
With 2020 on the horizon, it's time to reevaluate what the biggest risks to financial markets are. At the top of the list, according to Deutsche Bank's chief economist, Torsten Slok, is the continued increase…
Will the Market Crash During Your Retirement?
What would a stock market crash during your golden years do to your retirement? Don't trouble yourself with worry-filled what-if thoughts anymore. Mark Hulbert, of MarketWatch, explains: While few retirees or soon-to-be retirees ever stop…
One-Third of Us Can’t Answer This Retirement Question
A third of workers cannot answer a fundamental retirement question: how much do they have saved for retirement? Although a simple question, this is an easy mistake to make, especially if you have multiple retirement…
Half of Americans Are Making This Huge Retirement…
Without independent savings, you risk struggling to pay the bills during retirement. That's why it's vitally important to contribute to your nest egg throughout your career. But where you choose to house your savings could…