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Marcia Mantell

Work-Life Balance: Is there such a thing?

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Insights from a Boomer mom – Part 2 It’s a never-ending quest to find something that feels like work-life balance.  Women from the previous generation lay bricks toward progress on their journey. That way their children’s generation can step higher on the ladder.  And get just that much closer to the goal. Laying Bricks Is What We Do Today’s moms with minor … [Read more...] about Work-Life Balance: Is there such a thing?

Work-Life Balance: Is there such a thing?

Photo of Marcia and Lindsay Mantell from a photo shoot in the kitchen. Always trying to find work-life balance.

Insights from a Boomer mom—Part 1 Recently, I got a request from an industry conference group. They asked if I had any topics that would be interesting to cover for their new women’s professional group. And would I be a presenter for this session. Without hesitation, I suggested one of the topics I know I’ve struggled with for 40 years: work-life balance. They agreed … [Read more...] about Work-Life Balance: Is there such a thing?

Ready to Claim Social Security?

Checklist for Social Security if single

Find the checklist that fits your situation You may have heard me talk about Social Security during a webinar, workshop, or podcast. Or you might be an avid reader of my Social Security articles. I hope you do both! Even if not, those who are 50 or 55 and older are thinking about Social Security. And those in their 60s are feeling like they are ready to claim Social … [Read more...] about Ready to Claim Social Security?

Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Costs

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Be Prepared for Quicksand and Hidden Traps For several years now I’ve wanted to do a deep dive into Medicare Part D prescription drug costs.  I had run various scenarios from time to time to illustrate some examples. But had not carved out time to put on my scuba gear and go for a dive. What are our seniors dealing with when shopping for their prescriptions? And, … [Read more...] about Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Costs

Have You Seen Your Recent Social Security Statement?

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Time to take a fresh look April is National Social Security month.  An opportune time to take a fresh look at your benefits estimate. Even if retirement is years away. If you haven’t taken a peek lately, you’ll be surprised to see a new version of the Social Security statement. Simply log into your online account or create your own “MySocialSecurity” account on … [Read more...] about Have You Seen Your Recent Social Security Statement?

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Marcia’s Retirement Kitchen

Marcia Mantell'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.

There’s a strong connection between preparing meals and planning retirement. Both need certain ingredients, recipes to follow, and timing that’s just right.

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

In the "Marcia’s Retirement Kitchen" section, you’ll find fun ways to think about your retirement and get some of my favorite recipes. Just for fun!

Books by Marcia

Retirement workbook by retirement expert Marcia Mantel

So, you want to retire…

…don’t forget that planning your retirement is not a weekend project. I’ve talked to thousands of people who really want to retire but don’t know where to start.

I’ve written 4 books to help you learn more, plan better, and navigate confidently. This is where you want to start.

  • Social Security: Lightly Toasted, Not Burnt
  • Creating Your Medicare Recipe
  • Cookin’ Up Your Retirement Plan
  • What’s the Deal with Retirement for Women?

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Available Retirement Resources

Checklist for social security for divorced individuals

Reinventing Retirement?

Boomer Retirement Briefs is your go-to blog for fun ideas and new ways to reinvent retirement.

As an author and presenter, I meet so many interesting people at different stages of retirement. Their innovative ideas and approaches inspire me. They also tell me where they get tripped up.

To help you avoid some tricky areas, look through the blog posts for free resources you can use. You’ll find:

  • Social Security checklists
  • Medicare cost planners
  • Action plans
  • and more...

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