Traveling and retirement often go hand-in-hand. Without the time restrictions of jobs, many people are able to do the things they have often put off, such as traveling. But even though you now have the time to visit the destinations you have always dreamed of, there may still be restrictions that limit your travel plans, such as your health. It is always a good idea to visit your doctor before...

Retirement means different things for everyone: Time to slow down, to do the things you’ve never been able to do, to travel. But if you haven’t adequately planned your finances for your retirement you may not be able to have the retirement you hoped for. To help ensure you are getting what you want out of your retirement we recommend keeping these financial secrets in mind:   Wealth doesn’t...

Summer is in full force and that means so are air conditioning units. As temperatures creep towards triple digits, the need to stay cool becomes very important, especially for older Americans. But when you are on a fixed income, keeping cool can be a challenge because the more you run your AC, the more you run up your bill. To help save on your monthly utility expenses, there are some maintenance...

In the words of David Murdock, “Anyone who wants to live past 100 can do it.” This may seem like a brassy proclamation to make, but in a recent interview with the AARP1, billionaire businessman David Murdock gives his reasoning as to how this may be attainable for many people. His secret? Removing red meat and chicken from his diet, and piling on the plants. This may not sound like a ground...

Retirement is a time to look forward to, to travel, to spend time with grandchildren and to enjoy well-deserved time off from working. Many seniors are able to enjoy their golden years in this fashion, but many more are concerned about finances and making ends meet throughout their retirement. Nancy Folbre, Economics Professor at the University of Massachusetts, says, “…In the last six years...