Imagine that you’re living in a tent on an open plain. One day you plant a tree. For the next 40 years, you water it. You protect it from harsh weather and animals. You never pick its fruit. You don’t climb it for fun. You don’t take a break and rest in its shade. You […]
View ArticleMany soon-to-be retirees struggle to imagine their week without work in it. All those blank calendar days are exciting, but they can also be overwhelming. But once you actually retire, you might find that your daily routine isn’t quite as different as you expected, and that there isn’t quite as much blank space as you’d […]
View ArticleThis generation of retirees is going to live longer than any in history. The retired people of today are healthier, more active, and receiving better preventative care. And on top of that, a growing group of scientists is trying to harness technology and modern medicine to slow down the aging process. Experts call the cumulative […]
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How are you going to get the best, most fulfilling life possible with the money you have once you retire? Study after study has shown that retirees who spend their time and money on experiences are much happier than those who just buy stuff. Charitable giving can be a particularly meaningful way to keep yourself […]
View ArticleIt might sound a little strange but there are many benefits to working even though you no longer need the money for your living or retirement needs. These “retirement workers” have discovered that part-time jobs or volunteer positions allow them to keep a nice pace in life and find a balance among using their talents, […]
View ArticleThis is how to make a good decision when life throws you a tough choice No matter how thorough our planning is, life inevitably tosses curveballs at us. Often these challenging moments are linked to major life transitions that affect our families, our careers, and our money. Balancing these variables can make arriving at the […]
View ArticleGet Your “House” in Order Before You Retire “Does this spark joy?” Millions of people are asking themselves this question about their homes and possessions thanks to Marie Kondo and her wildly popular decluttering philosophy. Once the kids are moved out, it’s just you, your spouse, and whatever is still boxed up in extra bedrooms […]
View ArticleHow will you spend your time in retirement? And how are you going to pay for it? Have a think about some observations you have made watching other people retire…. Are they positive? Negative? Most people don’t know what they want in retirement but they know that they don’t want any less than what they […]
View ArticleHow Does Your Retirement Savings Compare to Other People Your Age? “How am I doing?” That’s a big question that most people have when it comes to their money. One way we tend to look for answers is by comparing what we have to what our neighborus, friends, and family, have. Even though we know […]
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Financial Planning is About Making Your Life Plan a Reality Many who have just begun working with us are surprised by how our planning process starts. We don’t begin by talking about pensions, ISAs, or how much you’re saving. Instead, we begin by talking about you, not your money. Putting your life before your financial […]
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