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5 Things to Consider Before Planning an Early Retirement

Retiring at age 50 or 60 might appear ideal, but it needs careful planning and consideration. Some studies indicate that over 26% of working people consider early retirement for various reasons. The following are some reasons to consider before opting for early retirement. Amount of Debt Reducing the amount of

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Four “Safety Superstar” Cars for Women Over 50

Safety should always be a primary concern when shopping for a new vehicle—especially as we grow older. It doesn’t matter how confident you feel about your driving skills; CDC stats show we’re more likely to crash the older we get. New research out of the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

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5 Ways to Prepare for Retirement

It’s something many of us never really think about through the course of our careers. Looming far into the distance, the concept of retirement and subsequently planning for it never truly crosses our mind, and planning for it sometimes becomes a last minute effort full of stress and anxiety.  Here

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Now Could Be the Best Time for Real Estate Investing

it Typically when investors are running in one direction, the brave enough ones run in the opposite direction for the great rewards. Real estate investing may appear to only be for the crazy ones, but times like this create opportunities for the brave. Real estate investing is a great opportunity

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How to Handle an Emergencies in Your Fifties

Your fifties are supposed to mark the start of your golden years, but there might not be anything lucky about this decade. Financial emergencies can happen at any age, and it’s more likely to happen to women over 55 than men of the same age.  That’s according to a new

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The 4 Types of No Exam Life Insurance

Have you been pushing off getting life insurance because you want to avoid the dreaded medical exam? Or you don’t have the patience for an application process that takes weeks or even months? If this sounds like you, no exam life insurance may be just what you’re looking for.  No

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LivingBetter50 Best Holiday Gift Guide for 2020

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Whether you are in the cold or sunny parts of the world, the Holiday Season brings such joy and excitement. It is that time of the year when we all get to be like a kid or live vicariously through one. LivingBetter50

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Living on a Fixed Income in Retirement

Approximately 40% of retirees live on social security. This can make it difficult to sustain a good quality of life. Thankfully, there are ways to supplement your fixed income and reduce your overhead expenses.  Investing in Retirement If you’re currently in the fifty-something club, you have ten years or more

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Financial Elder Abuse: More than Just Theft

Of all forms of elder abuse, there is evidence that financial elder abuse may be the most common. According to the most recent estimates from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, anywhere from 2.7 to 6.6 percent of seniors experience some form of financial exploitation, although the true number is

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Should Women Over 50 Buy an Electric Vehicle?

Research by energy company Shell shows that seven in 10 car owners are considering an electric vehicle as their next car. What do you think about the electric vehicle as an option? Tesla leads the industry with products that are no longer considered futuristic and pie in the sky! If

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Funding Your Retirement

In your late twenties or early thirties, you may not place an emphasis on funding your retirement, after all, it’s many years away. However, now is precisely the time to take action so that you can continue to experience the same lifestyle you enjoy today in your retirement.  Affording a

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Are You One of Those Saving

With the COVID-19 outbreak leaving some Americans to rethink their financial plans for retirement and the financial future of their children, the Invest in You Survey explored how Americans are tightening their belts to account for current economic conditions. The survey found that many are seeing the costs of essential

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5 Financial Tips for Retirees

Many people assume that life will be easy financially once you retire, but even with a good pension and savings, it can still be challenging. Healthcare costs, supporting family, unexpected expenses, and an increase in the cost of living can create financial difficulties even for those that have planned ahead.

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How To Get Out of Debt

Debt affects countless Americans, especially those over fifty, and can be incurred over a lifetime of spending and living. Some of the leading causes of debt include medical bills, student debt, and credit card debt, but there are also self-inflicted causes as well, such as a lack of budgeting and

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