Retirement is a lifestyle fund for post-working people that should last for 25 years or more. And too many people are “semi-retired” or “working retired” because they cannot fully retire. The cost of living in the United States is extremely high for retirees. The typical retiree must pay $45,000 in annual expenses in large American […]
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Retirement
Have More in Retirement by Being Tax-Smart
Many people start planning for retirement by focusing on one primary objective: saving enough money to retire comfortably when they are ready. Taxes are something that no one enjoys paying; however, every person is responsible for paying taxes. Therefore, you should consider tax strategies that will assist you in holding on to and transferring more […]
5 Budget Friendly Countries for Your Retirement
Are you thinking of retiring abroad so that you can live comfortably on a budget? If so, you are not alone. Data shows that at least 12% of Americans want to retire abroad so that they can enjoy a higher quality of life on a modest amount of retirement savings. In this post, let us […]
5 Ways to Survive and Thrive On Social Security Alone
Getting older can be a very expensive in the United States. Unless you begin saving for retirement at a young age, life can get progressively expensive as you get older. This is especially if you must live solely on the income generated by Social Security. More than 40% of Americans live solely on the benefit […]
6 Most Overlooked Tax Breaks for Seniors
As a retiree, it is financially prudent to maximize the advantage of the tax deductions and breaks available for seniors. This is one of the important ways you can save money and preserve your nest egg. Here are six of the most overlooked tax-saving opportunities for retirees. Increased standard deduction If you are 65 or […]
Just Retired? Look at These 7 Key Financial Moves
Are you all set to bid adieu to your full-time job in 2019? If you are just retired, there are a number of things you need to do to make sure you are well prepared for your post-retirement life. Here are seven important financial ideas that can help you stabilize your situation after your retirement.
Income Investing for Retirement
Retirement marks a significant life transition, where the hustle and bustle of the workforce gives way to a more leisurely pace. It’s a time to reap the rewards of years of hard work and to ensure a comfortable and financially secure future. While investment decisions during retirement should be balanced and aligned with your risk […]
2 Affordable South American Countries for Retirement
South America is a very welcoming retirement haven for Westerners. However, many foreigners tend to flock to tourist traps or unwittingly move to cities with high costs. But there are two countries in South America that are relatively safe, feature adequate social infrastructure, have living costs, and have easier retirement visa processes. Paraguay Paraguay is […]
A Step-by-Step Guide to Where to Live in Retirement
One of the hardest decisions that a retiree will have to make is determining where to live during retirement. Mental and physical vitality depreciates incrementally with age. It can also be emotionally and physically prohibitive for some retirees to live on their own as they age. Financial independence is an issue as well. According to […]
5 Tips for Buying an RV in Retirement
For a true recreational vehicle (RV) enthusiast “everywhere” is their list of destinations. Buying or renting an RV is a popular pastime for many Americans. More than 40 million Americans go on road trips and camp in an RV every year. The typical age of an RV owner is 48. The average cost of a […]










