planning for retirement

Almost out of the clear blue there it was. The arrival of the big five-o. Fifty. Really?  Yes, really. Looks like overnight I joined the ranks of other boomers turning 50. Shocking to think that a full half century has gone by. But, good to know that my younger daughter has been gleefully keeping track of this milestone. One night at the dinner table she announced, … [Read more...] about Boomers Turning 50: We’re Halfway to 100

There were no at-home dad role models for John to tap into. Initially, he joined a play group and was not really surprised to find that he was the only dad. But after a couple of very awkward visits with the moms who coordinated the play groups, John knew he would have to define his own role as “Mr. Mom.” He loved his girls dearly, but there was just no way he could hang out … [Read more...] about Mr. Mom is a Trend-Setter: “No coffee-klatsch for me!”

Inevitably, once I share with people that I have a retirement business consulting company, they share their thoughts and ideas about their own retirements. People really want to talk about retirement, especially Baby Boomers. And , not about working in retirement. But actually about their plans to step off the professional track and start to enjoy a life of leisure. One group … [Read more...] about A Nurse’s Plan for Retirement: Taking Practical Steps

Today, at age 64, Peter is a car salesman. He’s not your typical car salesman. Rather, he talks directly to you, asks what kind of vehicle you are looking for, and asks about your budget. And then, he actually listens to what you’ve said and helps you find the best car option for your situation. No judging, just respect. A rare find indeed. Something like a 1959 T-bird, you … [Read more...] about A 1959 T-Bird and a Life-long Work Ethic