Retirement planning comes with many important financial decisions. The earlier you start to think about your expenses and how you’ll cover them after you stop working, the more prepared you’ll feel when retirement day finally comes. One important factor to consider is how you’ll pay for medical care after your employer-sponsored insurance coverage ends. For […]
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5 Strategies That Can Help Older Adults Cope with Inflation
Getting through the pandemic was hard enough. Unfortunately, now older adults face another bump in the road in the form of rising inflation rates. Even older adults with savings and monthly Social Security checks are struggling. The Senior Citizens League discovered that the majority of older adults’ expenses have grown by more than $20 per month. In […]
The Pros and Cons of Living in Chandler, AZ
As two middle-aged nerds in health research and cybersecurity, my husband and I were drawn to Chandler, Arizona, as an ideal and affordable place to buy our first home, raise a family, and have decent career prospects. We weighed out the pros and cons of several cities, comparing Chandler, AZ to other cities, including Henderson, […]
27+ Questions to Ask a Retirement Community So You Make the Best Choice
Where you live in your retirement is incredibly important. You want to be in a place where you can enjoy life and where everything you need is accessible. This could also mean living close to your adult children. Once you know the part of the country you want to live in, it’s time to think […]
Why Retire Abroad? 5 Ways That Changing Countries Can Make Your Life Better
For countless people in the United States, retirement is something they are eagerly looking forward to. After spending many decades working long hours just to survive, the idea of spending the rest of your days resting and indulging in several hobbies is just enticing. But for many American retirees, retiring in the same country that […]
Thinking About Retiring to the United States? Here’s What You Should Consider
People are coming to the United States at older ages than in the past, according to the Census Bureau’s American Community Surve, sometimes with the hope of a U.S. retirement visa. From the vast natural wonders to the potential for adventure in a diverse country — not to mention quality healthcare options, there are numerous […]