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Jog Into Retirement: How & Why to Become a Runner in Your Golden Years
Retirement isn’t about slowing down—it’s about choosing what moves you. And for many retirees looking to stay active, clear their heads, and improve their health, jogging is the perfect place to start. The Benefits of Running in Retirement Jogging offers one of the most [...]
Will Your Retirement Outlive You? The Real Risk of Longevity
Most retirees don’t fear market crashes or inflation nearly as much as they fear one very real possibility: running out of money. And yet, many financial plans focus on growing your nest egg, not preserving and distributing it over a retirement that could span [...]
5 Tips to Be an Awesome Grandparent
Retirement isn’t just about beach walks and brunch dates—it’s also your time to shine in one of life’s greatest roles: grandparent. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or newly initiated into the club, being an awesome grandparent goes far beyond handing out candy and telling [...]
Claiming Social Security at the Right Time Could Change Your Retirement
For many retirees, Social Security isn’t just a monthly deposit—it’s the foundation of their entire retirement income. But choosing when to claim it isn’t as simple as picking a birthday and signing paperwork. It’s a decision with lifelong consequences. Claim too early, and you [...]
Celebrate Freedom: A Patriotic Look at the 4th of July in Retirement
Every summer, Americans gather to celebrate one of the most cherished days in our nation’s history: the 4th of July. From fireworks lighting up the night sky to backyard barbecues, parades, and patriotic tunes, Independence Day is more than just a holiday—it’s a powerful [...]
Why It’s Crucial to Boost Savings Before Retirement
For those nearing retirement, there’s one truth that becomes increasingly clear: the window to build wealth narrows with each passing year. While starting early is always ideal, it’s not too late for pre-retirees in their 50s or early 60s to make meaningful progress toward [...]
Lettuce Grow Up: Why Retirees Are Falling in Love with Vertical Farming (and How to Get Started)
There comes a moment in retirement when you ask yourself the big questions. Like, “Should I finally learn the ukulele?” Or, “What if I grew my own salad greens in a high-tech tower of leafy joy?” Welcome to the increasingly trendy world of vertical [...]
4 Key Birthday Milestones in Retirement—and What They Mean for Your Financial Strategy
Birthdays in retirement aren’t just a reason to celebrate—they’re also checkpoints that can unlock new financial opportunities (or trigger important deadlines). From Social Security eligibility to Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs), several key ages mark turning points in your retirement journey. Here are four birthday [...]
Coffee Table Books for 2025
Coffee table books are like the guests at a dinner party who bring the best stories, wear the most interesting shoes, and know just enough trivia to keep things fascinating—but never annoying. These books serve as little reminders of how lovely life can be [...]
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