Los Angeles is quite a place to visit. Every time I fly over the mountains and see the sheer sprawl of the area spilling to the edge of the Pacific Ocean, I can’t help but wonder about this area. Is it possible to retire out here – and would anyone want to? It’s congested. How do millions of people deal with the never-ending traffic? It's expensive. How does one get … [Read more...] about Is It Too Late For An “Old Guy” To Learn Jazz In Retirement?
Social Security: Claiming Categories
Where do you fit in Social Security's 4 claiming categories? April is Social Security education month. So, let’s learn more about this crazy-complicated, but oh-so-important program that will become the foundation to your retirement income. A critical topic to understand: the 4 claiming categories. To help you get your arms around Social Security, I’ll post … [Read more...] about Social Security: Claiming Categories
Early Retirement Offer in Your 50s:
To Take or Not to Take? That is the Question. What would you do if you opened your email today and had a note from Human Resources that you are now eligible for an early retirement package? Would you jump for joy? Feel paralyzed? Think this was an incredible insult? Many women are facing this real situation, especially in their 50s. All of a … [Read more...] about Early Retirement Offer in Your 50s:
Talking About Market Drops and Yo-Yo Diets In My Retirement Kitchen
Well, it’s here (again). That dreaded day when the stock market goes barreling downhill like an Olympic Super-G alpine ski racer. Typical in the investment industry is hyped-up jargon that leads to hoopla and headlines. For examples, on headline was "Market Drops – The Largest in Years!" Another was "Bear Market – On My!" And, let's not forget these gems: … [Read more...] about Talking About Market Drops and Yo-Yo Diets In My Retirement Kitchen
Social Security: It’s a Big Financial Decision
Back in 1935 when Social Security made its debut, the government had to all but force older Americans to claim their benefits. Today, the situation couldn’t be more different. Baby Boomers reaching retirement age can’t wait to get their hands on this benefit. It seems that everyone knows the earliest you can claim Social Security is age 62. But, is that the best … [Read more...] about Social Security: It’s a Big Financial Decision
