The Covid-19 pandemic has changed how many Americans view their retirement, whether it is pushing it back or starting it earlier than planned. Yet one thing hasn’t changed — Florida is still the top destination thanks to its sunshine, beaches and taxpayer-friendly policies, a new U.S. News & World Report report found. The Sunshine State is home to 8 of the 10 best places in the country for retirees. U.S. News [...]

In the past, retirement has been portrayed as an ending, a grand exit from your years in the workplace. But the rules are shifting. Labor force participation among those aged 65-74 is predicted to reach 32% by 2022, up from just 20% in 2002.1 As the Baby Boomer generation ages, more people are viewing retirement as an opportunity to enjoy the rewards of work in a whole new way. Additionally, [...]

Many retirees ask themselves the question, how do I find passion in retirement? Finding your passion brings more meaning and happiness to your retirement. But finding your passion in retirement is sometimes not that easy. I created this article with 14 helpful tips so that you can find your passion in retirement. Ready to learn more? Let’s check it out!

It's concerning to learn that in a 2021 survey, 32% of all workers reported they were either “not too” or “not at all” confident that they would have enough money to pay for their medical expenses in retirement.1 Regardless of your confidence, being aware of potential healthcare costs during retirement will help you understand how much you should budget for healthcare in your retirement income planning. Healthcare retirement planning becomes even [...]

When it comes to physical fitness, “aging gracefully” doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll have the moves of a ballerina (or moves like Jagger) in your later years. As we’re all aware, the body has increasing limitations the older it gets. Still, the hurdles that come with exercising as you age don’t have to keep you from maintaining a healthy, satisfying workout routine. If you’re facing age-related impediments to fitness, don’t throw [...]

When making retirement plans, it's crucial to have a realistic picture of how to meet your future income needs. Unfortunately, many people end up believing common myths that lead to underestimating the amount they'll need saved and overestimating the help they'll get in covering expenses. You don't want to be one of them, so make sure you know the truth about these three common retirement myths.