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Journalists across the country interview Marcia Mantell for insights about a wide-range of retirement topics. Various publications request that Marcia contribute to their publication as a guest columnist. And, podcasts and radio shows are great ways to hear what Marcia’s been talking about.

Marcia is well-known for bringing dry, jargon-laden, technical retirement language into everyday life. Take a look at these blog posts to see where Marcia’s been featured in the news and learn a little bit more about your own retirement.

Guest Column: 10 Financial Tasks to Wrap Up 2020

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To close out the unusual year we've just had, I wrote a guest article for Retirement Daily on The Street. I covered 10 financial tasks we can all wrap up after the holidays. With such a complex financial system, it's important to take some time to look under the hood at each account you own. And, help prepare for the upcoming tax season. None of these account reviews takes … [Read more...] about Guest Column: 10 Financial Tasks to Wrap Up 2020

Time to Save Our Small Businesses and Our Communities

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Make a Difference on Small Business Saturday, November 28th We don’t think much about running into our towns.  It might be to pick up a gift or drop off our grandkids at music, karate, or art class.  Or, to meet up with friends for dinner at a local restaurant.  That seems like a long time ago.  The COVID-19 pandemic has certainly changed all … [Read more...] about Time to Save Our Small Businesses and Our Communities

8 Insights into Retirement: A Silver Lining to 8 Months of COVID

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I hit on an idea I wanted to explore for a recent article I wrote for Retirement Daily at The Street.  It’s been a long 8 months of COVID. So much changed so abruptly, and every person has been affected in some way, shape, or form.  But, for many of us in our mid-50s and beyond, something else is happening.  What we hear and see on the nightly news is not what we are … [Read more...] about 8 Insights into Retirement: A Silver Lining to 8 Months of COVID

Councils on Aging (COAs) Adapt in the Age of COVID-19

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The COVID-19 pandemic wreaked havoc on every person in every corner of the globe. It has forced all of us into isolation or has curtailed our very way of life. But, being alone is not part of the human experience. Our social networks (and I don't mean Facebook and Twitter) and communities are critical to our well-being. And having a strong social network is an important part of … [Read more...] about Councils on Aging (COAs) Adapt in the Age of COVID-19

Is Social Security Really Different for Women?

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Guest Column in RetirementDaily.net Many people ask me this question:  Is Social Security really different for women?  The answer is surprisingly complex.  It requires the asker to have a fair amount of knowledge about Social Security. How was it developed? What's the purpose behind social insurance? And, how are benefits calculated?  As you might imagine, not many people … [Read more...] about Is Social Security Really Different for Women?

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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?

Order your copy on Amazon or Barnes & Noble.

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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