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Social Security Turns 85: A Key Milestone in Women’s Financial Freedom

Vintage graphic of happy 85th birthday

It’s hard to imagine a more important financial law than the Social Security Act of 1935.  For most of us, Social Security will be the foundation of our retirement income.  And, for the vast majority of retirees, it is the single most important reason they live above the poverty level.   So, it was to be with much fanfare that we recognized and celebrated … [Read more...] about Social Security Turns 85: A Key Milestone in Women’s Financial Freedom

Become Financially Fearless To Retire Successfully

Helping women engage more in planning for the financial realities of retirement is something near and dear to my heart. And to several other advocates in the financial industry. I was honored to participate in an all-female, live webcast with six other champions for women’s financial wellness.  Our topic:  Become Financially Fearless!   A Woman Leads the … [Read more...] about Become Financially Fearless To Retire Successfully

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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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