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How to Choose Where to Retire Overseas
Tweet Share on Facebook July 31, 2012 CommentMany retirement spots are beautiful. Some offer sandy shorelines and long coastal vistas, while others boast interesting histories, welcoming populations, and top-notch medical facilities. And, of course, some places around the world are much more affordable than others.
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7 Tips for Retiring on a Bare-Bones Budget
Tweet Share on Facebook July 31, 2012 CommentDon't let so-called financial experts scare you. Remember, it's in their interest to persuade you to save more than you really need, then hand over your nest egg for them to handle so every year they can skim off 1 or 2 percent of your assets for a profit.
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Don’t Waste Your Retirement
Tweet Share on Facebook July 27, 2012 CommentWhen we make the transition from working stiff into the ranks of the retired, we assume the responsibility and freedom to do what we want to do when we want to do it. We can now occupy ourselves with whatever pursuit most appeals to us and no longer answer to the dictates of job and career responsibilities. Exactly how we plan to spend each day of the next twenty or thirty years may not be crystal clear, but we can figure it out along the way.
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4 Expenses to Reduce After Retirement
Tweet Share on Facebook July 26, 2012 CommentOnce you leave your job, you may be able to get by on less money than you did while employed. There are many expenses associated with working that can be reduced or eliminated upon retirement. Here are four costs to cut after you retire:
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Non-Financial Ways to Improve Your Retirement
Tweet Share on Facebook July 25, 2012 CommentThose who are aiming to retire comfortably are always trying to figure out new ways to grow their nest egg. However, picking great investments is only one component of a solid retirement plan. Here are some retirement preparations to make in addition to building a retirement fund:
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The Ideal Retirement Haven You’ve Never Heard Of
Tweet Share on Facebook July 24, 2012 CommentFew places in the world meet all the criteria of an ideal retirement haven. Here’s one place that does that most of the world has never heard of: Hua Hin, Thailand. Dollar for dollar, you likely could enjoy a much higher standard of living in Hua Hin than back home, no matter where back home happens to be.
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8 Signs Your Retirement Will Be Just Fine
Tweet Share on Facebook July 20, 2012 CommentWith all of the monumental challenges facing retirees, I sometimes wonder if retirement as we know it will survive. Many potential retirees are ill-prepared from a financial and non-financial perspective, and the clock is ticking. Maybe people will just work until they die, rather than attempt to exit the rat race and enter their second act. But there’s also the possibility that these doom and gloom predictions are exaggerated and retirement will not be all that bad. Here are eights reasons your retirement will probably be just fine:
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Ignoring the News Could Lead to Higher Returns
Tweet Share on Facebook July 19, 2012 CommentThere is a secret to obtaining higher returns, but don’t expect to learn it from your broker.
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4 Things to Do Before Early Retirement
Tweet Share on Facebook July 19, 2012 CommentEarly retirement is a dream for many employees, and there are many things to consider before handing in your two weeks notice. Many retirement benefits are geared toward employees who are 62 and older. If you are lucky enough to retire early, there will be extra challenges to overcome. Here are four things to do before taking an early retirement in your 40s or 50s:
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6 Lessons to Ensure a Solid Retirement
Tweet Share on Facebook July 18, 2012 CommentKnowledge of a few specific financial concepts is often the key to get ahead. By taking a bit of time to acquire the knowledge necessary for retirement investing, you can often reach financial independence sooner. Here are a few things you should learn about preparing for retirement that will help you to more efficiently reach your goals:
