Category: Bucket Lists
October 7, 2025 — Although about 10% of Americans actually have some Irish heritage, it seems like almost all of us claim it – particularly when St. Patrick’s day comes around. So what better place to visit in retirement than the beautiful island called Ireland. This will cover some of…
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Published on October 6, 2025
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Category: Financial and taxes in retirement
October 12, 2025 — You probably know some well-off people who live well below their means .- we sure do. At the extreme end these folks won’t buy anything if it’s not on sale. They opt for the cheapest entree at a restaurant. And forget about business class tickets, even…
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Published on October 11, 2025
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Category: Medicare
Oct. 13, 2025 – f you’re on Medicare (or will be soon), 2026 brings a number of changes you’ll want to watch — especially as you head into the annual Open Enrollment season that starts Oct. 15. Below is a quick rundown of the highlights and what you should keep…
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Published on October 13, 2025
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Category: Checklists
October 17, 2025 – Are you in your 40s and 50s and feeling stressed about retirement? Join the club – millions of others are feeling the same way. Many people in their 40s or 50s wake up to the realization that retirement isn’t as far away as it once seemed.
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Published on October 16, 2025
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Category: Best Retirement Towns and States
Oct. 21, 2025 — Choosing where to retire often comes down to quality of life and housing affordability and stability. Of course there are other factors like medical care that should go into choosing where to retire, but housing is usually one of the top considerations. So, if you are…
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Published on October 20, 2025
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Category: Social Security
Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for 75 million Americans will increase 2.8 percent in 2026. The 2.8 percent cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) will begin with benefits payable to nearly 71 million Social Security beneficiaries in January 2026. Increased payments to nearly 7.5 million SSI recipients will begin on…
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Published on October 24, 2025
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