Should Retired Baby Boomers Homestead Their Homes?
The other day, someone asked, “Should I homestead my home? Does that gain me anything?” Good question. To tell the truth, I wasn’t up on this subject myself, but…
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Financial tips for Baby Boomers retiring on a tight income.
When is the Best Time for Baby Boomers to Sell their Home?
Baby Boomers who own a residence ultimately face the issue of whether they should sell their home or retire in place. Many decide to downsize in retirement or move closer to their…
Advice for Baby Boomers Living on Social Security
Because of growing disparities in wealth distribution and increasing medical costs in the U.S., more and more Baby Boomers are finding that Social Security benefits provides the…
Video Doorbells Enhance Baby Boomer Home Security
Several months ago, I bought a Ring video doorbell off Amazon. I added an audio ringer for the bedroom hallway to ensure we could hear the doorbell when we’re at the far end…
Boomers – Buy or Lease a Car?
Ah, the age-old discussion: “Should I buy a new car or just lease one?” The answer is still the same, “It depends on your lifestyle.” Yet, the question…
The Perfect Solution for Creating a Successful Boomer Home Business
Many of you could use some extra money each month. Creating a home-based business as many Baby Boomers have done may be the right answer. The key to creating a successful Baby…
Boomers Should Brace For Attacks on Medicare and Social Security Next!
With the passage of the 2017 tax cut now appearing likely, Boomers should brace themselves for forthcoming attacks on Social Security and Medicare within the next year or so.…
Overlooked VA Benefits Can Help Boomers in Retirement
With the financial outlook for Baby Boomer retirement looking bleak for all but the wealthy, one thing veterans definitely should not overlook is taking advantage of the VA…
Retiring Baby Boomers Face a Choice – Rent or Buy?
As Baby Boomers retire, they often consider downsizing their home. This especially true of “empty nesters,” whose children are grown and have moved away. The question is,…
Boomers Find Contentment In Retirement Despite Low Financial Savings
Of all my Baby Boomer friends, only one or two have what financial professionals preach as “adequate” retirement savings. Most have $100,000 or less in financial…