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Not Everyone Wants a Fancy Retirement. “I Just Want Some Victuals on the Table.”

November 11, 2017 by Marcia Mantell

Working for 45 years is a big deal.  That’s a lot of years in the rear view mirror. By age 60, working people are often tired. By 65 they are downright exhausted.  It’s especially hard for people who have spent those 45 years on their feet.  Martha is one such person, a delightful woman who cannot wait for her 65th birthday to come in December.  She has the … [Read more...] about Not Everyone Wants a Fancy Retirement. “I Just Want Some Victuals on the Table.”

Protect Your Social Security Number: Four Important Tips

October 25, 2017 by Marcia Mantell

Freezing Your Credit Does Not Protect Your Social Security Number In light of breaches at major credit reporting agencies and at many places we shop, it’s extremely important to note that freezing your credit account and taking extra steps to monitor credit history do nothing to protect your Social Security number. Your Social Security Number (SSN) is the cornerstone of … [Read more...] about Protect Your Social Security Number: Four Important Tips

Risky Recipes: Trying to Time the Market

August 14, 2017 by Marcia Mantell

Food for Thought from Marcia’s Retirement Kitchen I gave a presentation about getting ready to retire and how to create income throughout retirement. Afterwards, a gentleman raised his hand and asked an interesting question. “The market just hit an all-time high again today.  How much longer will the rise continue and when will the next recession hit?  When … [Read more...] about Risky Recipes: Trying to Time the Market

Holiday Happenings In My Retirement Kitchen

December 26, 2016 by Marcia Mantell

All too soon the holidays were upon me this year. So much to do, so little time! With all the craziness of working on the renovations for our new house, the focus was on getting my retirement kitchen up and running in time for Thanksgiving, Hanukkah and Christmas. The kids were coming home and the annual holiday cookie baking had to get done.  It was time to get ready for … [Read more...] about Holiday Happenings In My Retirement Kitchen

Do You Know Your Retirement Birthdays and Key Milestones?

November 1, 2016 by Marcia Mantell

photo of a big bouquet of balloons

Birthdays are full of favorite people, presents, and treats.  Everything from balloons and streamers to ice cream cake with the chocolate crunchies in the middle.  So, it can come as a shock upon reaching the glorious age of 50. All of a sudden, birthdays now take on a whole new meaning.  They become important dates and many are retirement birthdays. Reaching certain, … [Read more...] about Do You Know Your Retirement Birthdays and Key Milestones?

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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.

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As an author, speaker, and presenter, I meet so many interesting people at different stages of retirement. I am always fascinated with their innovative ideas and inspired approaches.

Flip through these blog posts and you’ll find:

  • Fun stories about real Boomers redesigning retirement;
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