Tag: Retirees

“Living as Retirees in Abruzzo: An Advantageous Choice” pt.2

The favorable climate of Abruzzo is one of the most compelling reasons why foreign retirees choose this region as the ideal place to spend their retirement years. This chapter will explore the exceptional characteristics of the Abruzzo climate and its positive impact on retirees’ quality of li...

The Do-it-yourself Pension (the 401k) Is Failing Retirees

401k’s became a widespread phenomenon in the early 80's. Prior to these tax-advantaged retirement vehicles people were primarily relying on company pensions for their retirement (which were great). However, 401k plans became much more popular with employers because they were che...

A Retiree’s Day Off

Right now, I’m sitting up in bed, my laptop on my lap, my cat curled up at my feet. I usually make the bed right away, but today, at almost 10:30 in the morning, the blankets are bunched up, and the pillows are strewn around me. I have given myself a day to relax and do whatever I want. A d...

The Best Advice Real Retirees Wish They Received Before Hitting Their 50s & 60s

“It doesn’t work out, Aldric. Trust me. It does not.” This was her first recommendation to me. It was not a direct one. It was a push-back against conventional advice. I asked why. I mean, I must. I see many retirees in their late 50s and early 60s working part-t...

Managing Money for Retirees Is Unbelievably Painful. And No, It’s Not What You Expect.

Here’s why I say what I say. Firstly, I am the money manager at home. It’s not glamorous, I know. But hear me out. By home, I refer to, A low 6-digit combined cash account, 6 active retirees between the ages of 64–76, And family members expect all ...

3 Takes From Retirees On How Retirement Is Going

I had a post that was fairly well received by most titled “5 Takes From Retirees On How Retirement Is Going.” It was a brief synopsis of how each retiree was doing in their retirement life. Some were doing quite well. Others weren’t doing well at all. Since everyone (exce...

Striving for $1 Million: Understanding the Success Rate of American Retirees

It is typically diagnosed that saving for retirement is extraordinarily essential for a huge quantity of Americans. Nevertheless, a sizable part of people stumble upon demanding situations in reaching their favored financial savings objective. As of 2023, the common retirement financial savings f...

Best Colleges for Retirees

Did you also know that in the U.S., many institutions offer senior citizens free college courses? Taking advantage of these programs is a great way to discover new interests, stay on top of your intellectual game, and prevent isolation. Even better? A grade isn’t always important. Audi...