The word “retirement” is taking on a completely different meaning in the 21st Century from what it meant in our parents’ day. Back then, retirement referred to the day you stopped work, and life thereafter looked pretty much like going on holiday…
Read MoreThis is the time of year we focus on those we love. Children share valentines in school, heart-shaped boxes full of candy disappear from the shelves, florists run out of red roses, and jewelry stores appeal to lovers of any age. There is a special focus…
Read MoreOne thing to remember for all second home types is the “double up” situation. This means the homeowner has the responsibility of ownership for two homes. Whether it’s do-it-yourself or hired out, there is more effort to maintaining two homes…
Read MoreAre you planning a trip in 2024? Are you looking for a new travel destination? Every year, countless travel magazines and websites like Travel & Leisure, Lonely Planet, and Condé Nast Traveler, for example, put out their suggested destinations…
Read MoreMoisturized skin not only looks good but feels good. Dry skin can result in premature aging, wrinkles, and uncomfortable itching. Daily moisturizing your skin with a lotion will help keep it soft and supple and also prevent…
Read MoreAre you planning a trip soon? Are you going somewhere new or returning to a familiar place? No matter where you are going, some prepping will be required. It has never been easier to get ready for a trip as it is now with access to all the information we need right…
Read MoreHave you heard about CC creams? CC is short for color-correcting. They are not foundation makeup but more like a tinted moisturizer. They aren’t as heavy as foundations and often include sun protection and anti-aging properties (making it more than a simple…
Read MoreAre you over 50 and looking for an exhilarating new adventure? Do you enjoy the wind in your hair, the gentle sway of the waves, and the camaraderie of like-minded individuals? A sailing holiday may be in your future!
Read MoreRegardless of your income, it can be difficult to build savings. We all know we should be building savings and not just using it for any purpose, but we haven’t really been told how to do that.
Just expecting yourself to automatically build savings is not enough…
I’m not sure of the origin of the New Year’s resolution or how successfully this “tool” motivates others, but I do know the thought of it makes me bristle. Resolutions have always felt disciplinary and regulatory, and the idea of deprivation or denial…
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