Top 3 Things to Consider When Retiring
Retirement should be a happy time in your life. But it can be overwhelming to figure out what you need to think about before leaving your 9-5 behind. As you get closer to retirement, make sure you consider the following three things: 1. Prepare to be healthy and active for years to come. There’s good news and there’s bad news here. The good news is that people are staying healthy and act...
8 Tips for Creating a Successful Retirement Plan
If you’re nearing retirement with little to no savings, you might be a little worried about having a successful retirement plan. And while it is a tough spot to be in, you’re not alone. According to the Federal Reserve Board, one in eight adults in their 50s and 60s have no savings at all for retirement and less than half think their retirement savings are on track. Unfortunately, it’s a...
The Greatest Things about Retirement - According to Recent Retirees
If you are nearing retirement, you have a lot of great things to look forward to. Below are some of the top things recent retirees report they appreciate most. No more alarm clock – Most people are forced to ignore their natural sleep cycle by waking up with the assistance of an alarm clock. Now you can wake up when your body tells you. Once people have the chance to awaken naturally, th...
Is Retirement Really the Right Time to Get a Pet?
If you took a quick poll, you’d probably get divided answers on whether or not adopting a pet in retirement is the best idea. Some would suggest that the golden years are for slowing down, not worrying about caring for a young pet. Others, however, would say that there are emotional and physiological benefits to having a four-legged friend. So who’s right? A number of Scientific studies ...