There are many reasons for phased retirement, that is, stepping down to less hours rather than quitting all at once. The main advantage is that it allows you to continue saving for full-time retirement. By delaying, in part, you are able to continue contributing to your IRA or 401(k). There aren’t any age limits for […]
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When is the right time to retire? 62, 65, 70?
You may be trying to figure out what the most beneficial age is to say goodbye to your colleagues at work. Is it 62, 65, or even 70? Age 65 has long been considered typical retirement age, in part because of rules around Social Security benefits. In 1940, when the Social Security program began, workers […]
5 Powerful Habits That Will Make You Very Wealthy Before You Retire
Being able to acquire a substantial amount of wealth and achieving financial independence before retirement is something that most of us dream of but only a few manage to actually achieve. What separates those who manage to retire rich from those who are not able to? As it turns out, self-made millionaires and billionaires have […]
7 Steps to Enter Retire Early and Rich
The United States is home to over 20 million millionaires, about 80% of whom are self-made millionaires who worked and invested their way into the seven-figure club. Wouldn’t it be great if you could join them and retire early? Here are seven key steps you need to take in order to enter the seven-figure club, […]
3 Best Travel Websites That Save You Money
There’s a lot of travel sites out there and they all seem very similar. If you are planning for spring break in 2022, next year’s summer vacation or just getting started for upcoming holiday travel here are three great options to assist you with your travel planning needs. Google Flights Google Flights is an online […]
6 Former Celebrities Who Now Work Everyday Jobs
It’s hard to maintain a career in show business. Entertainers sometimes disappear from the public eye without anyone noticing. Many entertainers leave show business because opportunities dry up. Others leave show business voluntarily to pursue personal dreams and goals. Here are six formerly famous celebrities who voluntarily assumed regular everyday jobs.
Automate Your Financial Life and Save Stress
Finding ways to simplify and automate our daily tasks can save us time, reduce stress, and improve your overall efficiency. This holds true for managing our finances as well. By automating various aspects of our financial life, we can ensure bills are paid on time, savings are consistently deposited, and budgeting becomes easier. In this […]
How to Invest an Unexpected Windfall
Receiving a windfall can be a life-changing event, whether it comes in the form of an inheritance, a bonus, a lottery win, or any unexpected financial gain. While it may be tempting to splurge and indulge in instant gratification, taking a strategic approach to invest your windfall can pave the way for long-term financial security […]
Placebo Buttons: Why the ‘Close Door’ Elevator Button Doesn’t Work
Have you ever heard of the “placebo effect?” The placebo effect is the invisible backbone of many industries, and not just the lucrative pharmaceutical industry. A race to develop a COVID-19 vaccine has begun in earnest. Yet no anti-COVID-19 medication can be approved unless it’s proven to be more effective than a placebo — a […]
Good News? Social Security Recipients Are Getting a Raise
Social Security is a financial security net for many senior citizens who may not have any other form of income. But did you know that Social Security payments are protected against the rising costs associated with inflation? However, that does not necessarily mean you will get more money in your pocket. Here is what you […]










