Life After Retirement

Change, even if creating something you truly desire, can be challenging. Why in the world would anyone, especially when in your 70s, choose to go through change? Well, growing and learning are a type of change; growing and learning are essential…

Planning a meaningful gift for someone who just retired and loves to travel? Choosing the right travel gifts for retirement can make all the difference as they prepare for new adventures around the world or weekend getaways closer to home. Is someone…

Mother’s Day isn’t just about cards, brunch, or bouquets. It’s about reflection. It’s about honoring the stories that shaped you – and choosing how you want to be remembered. Whether you’re a mom, grandmother, mentor, or nurturing soul in someone’s life, you have a legacy worth celebrating…

We all use words every day. Whether to express an ordinary sentiment, a technical problem, or something much deeper and reflective, we do our best to get the words right…

There are so many things we go through in life. While most of them teach us a great deal, there are things we do that are of no benefit, or perhaps even harmful, to us. As I have become older, and hopefully a little wiser, there are many things I have decided to remove…

Some things in life are easier not to think about, like death, taxes or facing a major transition such as retirement. Fortunately, my son, a financial advisor and business owner, had one of those “Mom, let’s sit down and talk about your finances” discussions…

Hello and welcome! Are you imagining a life filled with new landscapes, deeper cultural experiences, and the freedom to live on your own terms? Whether you’re thinking about retiring overseas, spending part of the year in a sunny new home or finally exploring that long-held dream of living abroad…

Retirement planners have coined the clever terms Go-Go, Slow-Go, and No-Go to describe the three distinct stages of financial planning which ease the burdens of growing older. Equally, if not more significant, these phrases succinctly describe…

Thanks to a vibrant beach scene, lush environment, and world-class resorts and villas, the Caribbean Islands are a bucket-list destination for many. It’s a great retirement spot for seniors seeking a warm tropical climate, a relaxed vibe, and a tax-friendly environment…

It’s nice to feel comfortable in your surroundings. Good to know what is expected of you or how the days/weeks/months and years may unfold. It makes us feel secure, at home with ourselves. But sometimes it can be interesting to mix things up a little, perhaps change direction…