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Podcasts for Boomers — It’s Never Too Late To Learn Something New

August 20, 2019 by Marcia Mantell

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Have you found a podcast or two (or ten) that you love to listen to? Or, ones that you find recommending to your friends and family? It is quite fascinating to hear the tremendous interest so many have in listening to podcasts. The range of topics is nearly infinite, yet it can be quite overwhelming to find ones that are meaningful to you and what to learn about. I wondered if … [Read more...] about Podcasts for Boomers — It’s Never Too Late To Learn Something New

What Boomers Need and Aren’t Getting –

July 9, 2019 by Marcia Mantell

An Interview with ThinkAdvisor It is with great fanfare that I share this particular blog post with you.  I’ve just completed my 14th year at Mantell Retirement Consulting.  And now, it's very exciting to be starting year 15. I had a golden opportunity to be interviewed by award-winning journalist, Jane Wollman Rusoff this spring.  We talked about some of … [Read more...] about What Boomers Need and Aren’t Getting –

LGBTQ Boomers: The Force Behind Gay Pride

June 25, 2019 by Marcia Mantell

June is Gay Pride month across the globe.  Most Pride parades and activities happen in June, with some following in July and August.  You can find events in many major cities as well as smaller Pride events in cities and towns of every shape and size. Gay Pride started 1969, the result of a serious assault against the LGBTQ community at the Stonewall Inn in New York … [Read more...] about LGBTQ Boomers: The Force Behind Gay Pride

Divorce and Retirement: 5 Financial Pitfalls to Avoid

May 12, 2019 by Marcia Mantell

Divorce is an emotional, financial, and draining process. Add to the mix that the tax rules for alimony payments changed after almost eight decades as of January 2019. This rocked the boat for many divorced or divorcing individuals.  For those who are dealing with divorce and retirement, it may be helpful to recognize and avoid five financial pitfalls. Some Facts about … [Read more...] about Divorce and Retirement: 5 Financial Pitfalls to Avoid

Guest Appearance on “The Digital Scoop” Podcast

April 9, 2019 by Marcia Mantell

It’s not every day I’m invited to be on a podcast. In fact, it’s a whole new, exciting world. And, what fun it was! I was Angela Pitter’s guest on her new and very cool podcast, The Digital Scoop (search on Facebook for “The Digital Scoop”). Angela and I met several years ago at our local Chamber of Commerce. I took a social media class that she was teaching and was so … [Read more...] about Guest Appearance on “The Digital Scoop” Podcast

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Marcia's Retirement Kitchen

What’s Cookin’?

If your kitchen is anything like mine, it’s the place everyone gathers to talk about their day, share special moments, and ask important questions. And to see what’s cooking.

For me, there is a strong connection between preparing meals and planning retirement. Both need certain ingredients, recipes to follow, and getting the timing just right.

My motto to live by: If you can make a lasagna, you can create a plan for retirement.

Look for an invitation to join me at my kitchen table where retirement is always on the menu.

More coming soon…

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Flip through these blog posts and you’ll find:

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