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5 Common Retirement Challenges & Issues (And How to Prepare for Them)
As you near retirement, you may feel anxious about leaving the workforce and relying on your ongoing retirement Income streams and savings to fund your basic necessities and lifestyle. Especially anxiety-inducing is the advice around what you should have saved for retirement: traditionally $1 million to $1.5 million. According to Gallup.com, 46% of retired Americans report they will not have enough money for retirement.
How Much Do I Need to Retire at 62?
Many Americans have the life-long goal of a comfortable retirement, but don’t know how much it costs to retire or how much they should have saved by the time they leave the workforce. We’re committed to helping seniors live The GoodLife in Retirement, so click on a link below to read about these topics related to planning for your future.
Help for Seniors
The vast majority of Americans are not prepared for retirement (not including those forced into retirement), with as many as 78% of people reporting they’re either “somewhat” or “extremely” concerned about having enough money to live out their retirement years in comfort.
The Top Benefits of Aging in Place
TABLE OF CONTENTS What is aging in place? Why is aging in place important? What are some of the benefits of aging in place at home...
20 Things to Do in Retirement When You’re Bored
TABLE OF CONTENTS How can I enjoy retirement? Retirement Hobbies Retirement Boredom Busters Rewarding Retirement Activities Retirement...
Forced Retirement: Can You Be Forced Into Retirement?
TABLE OF CONTENTS Evaluate your financial health Budget wisely Take advantage of unemployment benefits Look for health insurance Consider...
In-Home Care vs Assisted Living Facilities for Seniors
TABLE OF CONTENTS Assisted living Nursing homes In-home care Benefits of elderly living at home What are the costs of different long-term...
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