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The Time Traveler’s Retirement: Rekindling the Past Through Antiques, Vintage Fashion, and a Dash of Nostalgia
For some retirees, the golden years aren’t just about golf, grandkids, or globe-trotting—they're about stepping back in time. Be one of the “time traveling” retirees who are reviving bygone eras not through books or museums, but by living them. From finding and refurbishing antiques, [...]
Hidden Retirement Costs—What You Don’t Plan for Can Impact Your Finances
What exactly are “hidden costs” in retirement? Hidden costs are the expenses that don’t make it into your retirement spreadsheet—but still show up in real life. They include things like rising healthcare bills, inflation, home repairs, and financial support for family. While not necessarily [...]
Why Stretching Matters in Retirement
As we grow older, maintaining flexibility and joint mobility becomes key to preserving independence and enjoying daily life. Regular, gentle stretching helps keep muscles loose, reduces stiffness, improves range of motion, and may reduce the risk of falls or muscle strains. It can ease [...]
Why the Federal Reserve Works, And What It Means for Your Retirement
The Federal Reserve may seem distant or complicated, but its decisions ripple through everything from interest rates to inflation, and that may affect your retirement directly. Let’s explore why the Fed works, why its independence matters, and what that means for your financial stability [...]
Beyond the Birds: The Unexpected Joys of Birdwatching in Retirement
Birdwatching might not sound thrilling at first... until you actually try it. Then, you realize it’s not really about the birds. Sure, spotting a rare warbler or identifying a hawk mid-flight is exciting. But the deeper joy comes from what surrounds those moments: the [...]
“I Think I Have Enough Saved—Why Am I Still Worried?”
You’ve worked hard and saved diligently, and now you're in retirement or on the doorstep of it. You’ve run the numbers. You might even have a sizable nest egg. So why do you still feel uneasy? That lingering anxiety is more common than you [...]
Mini Retirement Lifestyle Worksheet
Envision Your New Life Start with your ideal day by thinking beyond finances. What does fulfillment look like? What would a perfect weekday in retirement look like from morning to night? Where do you imagine living: the same home, downsized, or somewhere new? Who [...]
Follow the Bond Market to Better Understand Your Finances
On May 16, 2025, Moody's downgraded the U.S. sovereign credit rating from Aaa to Aa1, citing concerns over the nation's rising debt and interest payment burdens. This move follows similar downgrades by S&P in 2011 and Fitch in 2023, marking the first time all [...]
From Bucket List to Reality: 10 Adventures to Consider in Your Retirement Years
After years of meetings, deadlines, and responsibilities, you finally get to ask yourself a new kind of question: What do I actually want to do with my time? Retirement opens the door to freedom—but it’s not just about relaxing on the couch. It’s about [...]
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