For most of human history, the elderly relied on younger family members to care for them in the twilight of life. But in the last century or so, longer lifespans and advancements in geriatric medicine have meant more seniors … [Read more...] about Modern Senior Living is Not Your Grandparents’ Retirement
When Is the Right Time to Retire?
Retirement should be easy. After all, it is a reward for a job well done and a life well-lived. You have earned a break. And you should be the one to define the parameters of that break. One would assume there isn’t much left … [Read more...] about When Is the Right Time to Retire?
10 Things to Do When You Retire Early
If you have taken steps to build savings at a young age, retiring early may seem like a dream you wished for. However, retiring at the age of 30s to 50s often leads to problems that can derail for decades to come. Some … [Read more...] about 10 Things to Do When You Retire Early
6 Career Paths to Help You with F.I.R.E.
In recent years, the so-called F.I.R.E. movement (along with the lesser-known SemiFIRE movement) has become very popular among people who want to chart their own journeys through life. Short for "Financial Independence, … [Read more...] about 6 Career Paths to Help You with F.I.R.E.
How to Stay Healthy During a Pandemic
While the pandemic presents grave health threats for Americans (and all global citizens), there are peripheral conditions that may actually dwarf actual coronavirus deaths. For millions of us, the stress of job loss, … [Read more...] about How to Stay Healthy During a Pandemic
Everything a Landlord Needs for a Home Office
Every good landlord needs a dedicated space to manage properties and accommodate tenant needs adequately. A rental office serves as a central location where you can complete everything from making phone calls and meeting … [Read more...] about Everything a Landlord Needs for a Home Office
Generating Holiday Cheer While Following Social Distancing Guidelines
It’s difficult to picture the holiday season without family gatherings. Unfortunately, due to the ongoing pandemic, that’s what’s set to happen. Millions of grandpas, grandmas, aunts, uncles, and cousins won’t be able to … [Read more...] about Generating Holiday Cheer While Following Social Distancing Guidelines
Retired? Here Are Some Industries That Can Use Someone Like You
You have put in your time in the corporate world. You have accomplished most of your goals and it is time to retire. You have earned a nice, long break from the rat race. But the world is not done with you. And there is a … [Read more...] about Retired? Here Are Some Industries That Can Use Someone Like You
3 Things You Need to Know About Doing Business Abroad
Sometimes, Americans can seem to have a bit of a superiority complex in the eyes of the rest of the world. We treat nationalistic slogans as if they were passages from the Bible. “Made in America” can sound like we think … [Read more...] about 3 Things You Need to Know About Doing Business Abroad
Work Life Balance In a Time of COVID-19
A lot has changed in 2020 thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic, especially for the fortunate who have the ability to work from home. This post explores a first-world problem that's a matter of "counting one's blessings" rather … [Read more...] about Work Life Balance In a Time of COVID-19
Here Are Some Ways to Slow Down Without Stopping Altogether
Retirement does not have to be the end. There are many ways to retire. You do not have to feel compelled to follow the traditional path. If you shudder at the thought of a porch with a rocking chair in your future, you are … [Read more...] about Here Are Some Ways to Slow Down Without Stopping Altogether
A Quick Retirement and Auto Insurance Explanation
More than any other time, senior citizens still drive. Hey, as long as they can pass the test, age doesn’t matter. Besides, a lot of elderly individuals love their independence, something a car provides. But because car … [Read more...] about A Quick Retirement and Auto Insurance Explanation
The Herb That Could Change Your Life
No matter what our age, health, or goals in life, we all want to feel our best. For many years foreign cultures have known the value of herbs as medicine. The best part is taking a more natural approach to health has fewer … [Read more...] about The Herb That Could Change Your Life
How to Get a Better Night’s Sleep
In the United States, more than 10% of adults struggle with insomnia. There can be different reasons for this debilitating disorder. You might be kept awake by the stresses of life, or you might have a work schedule that … [Read more...] about How to Get a Better Night’s Sleep
One Retiree’s Gluten-Free Journey (A Guest Post)
My gluten-free journey began almost ten years before I retired after a half-hearted internet search resulted in a life-changing "eureka" moment. For years I had been plagued by a shockingly itchy, blistering rash that popped … [Read more...] about One Retiree’s Gluten-Free Journey (A Guest Post)
6 Ways to Stay Fit, Healthy, and Awesome After Retirement
Generally speaking, people who retire early tend to already make physical fitness and wellness a priority. After all, it can be difficult to maintain the stamina required to power through a career at an above-average pace … [Read more...] about 6 Ways to Stay Fit, Healthy, and Awesome After Retirement
How to Love Who You Are (During and After a Pandemic)
One of the things 2020 has taught us, is that life is too short to not love who you are. This pandemic became a humbling reminder that at the end of each day sometimes the small things we sweat are not what truly makes us … [Read more...] about How to Love Who You Are (During and After a Pandemic)
What Is a Smart Locker (and Do You Need One?)
Since the pandemic is not going away any time soon, more people are shopping online, and relying on e-commerce to get what they need. Whether it be textbooks, prescriptions, retail, or pretty much millions of products online, … [Read more...] about What Is a Smart Locker (and Do You Need One?)
Hobbies to Keep Your Brain Active During Retirement
For those who have recently reached retirement age, staying occupied, and keeping the brain healthy are two significant concerns. Thankfully, multiple studies have connected taking up a hobby with increasing and maintaining … [Read more...] about Hobbies to Keep Your Brain Active During Retirement
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Early Retirement Needs
The original Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs is a useful lens for deciding if early retirement is a means to an end or simply an escape hatch from stress. At this point, I'll take all the help I can get to figure this sh*t out. … [Read more...] about Maslow’s Hierarchy of Early Retirement Needs