Happy Retirement

We want a happy, stress-free life after retirement. However, many of us also want a meaningful life. Find out how to plan for a meaningful retirement.

Heading into retirement can be a difficult in-between-time. Here are 8 ideas for how to thrive as you navigate the transition.

We all love reading lists of the best places to retire.  They interest us, peak our wanderlust and they make us think about what is possible in retirement. However, deciding if one of the best places to retire is in your own home or somewhere far away is a really BIG and somewhat complicated decision.  […]

Your personal financial situation and external financial pressures can cause stress and we all need support sometimes. Here are 12 ideas for where to turn when your confidence is rattled.

As retirement approaches, financial security becomes an increasingly important topic. Many people face the challenge of ensuring they have enough savings, understanding investment options, and making informed decisions about their future. A retirement planning club or group can provide a supportive environment where members can share knowledge and make smarter financial decisions together. If you’re […]

Think Olympic glory is only for people who are quite young? Think again! Learn about the athletes who are in their 40s, 50s and 60s.

You might be nervous about your future but research suggests that you should run – not walk – toward retirement.  Get ready to retire because the best times of your life await you. Most People Find that Retirement is the Happiest Period of Life Research from Age Wave and Merrill Lynch found that, of all […]

To do lists can be an incredible way to help yourself get things done – including getting to retirement. However, have you ever considered managing your life according to a “to be” list. Let’s take a look at the differences and why a “to be” list could be a powerful unlock for the life you […]

Here are a 18 possible retirement surprises. Make a plan and be prepared. Though the biggest surprise might be that you’ll make it work no matter what.

You know diet and exercise can help you live a long life. Have you also developed the social, emotional and financial habits you need to thrive?

Financial stress is real, but there are ways to address it. Here are 11 ways to “don’t worry, be happy…” about your money. No matter what is going on in the economy or your own life, stress about money can be an emotional rollercoaster. It doesn’t seem to matter how much (or little) money you […]

Explore 8 most often cited motivations for leaping into retirement. A few of them might really surprise you.

It’s easy to assume that financial confidence increases over time. You make more money as you get older after all. However, the opposite appears to be true. Recent research suggests that financial stress – not confidence – increases as we age, peaks in mid life, and then gets better through our 60s. This financial stress […]

Does money buy happiness? It does if you know how to spend it. Find out how to improve your quality of life with the right kind of spending.

While most people do short term consumption smoothing, you really need it for your future financial security.

Is your long-term financial goal all about your money? You are missing the point. Learn to consider your why, what’s important to you.

Hear from coach Mikelann Valterra about the “money fog,” making better decisions, female-specific financial challenges, money personality types, and more.

Stoicism, the philosophy of enduring hardship with inner strength and tranquility, is having a moment right now. So, let’s dive in and explore key points of Stoic wisdom and how they can be applied to improving your financial wealth, security, and confidence. Here’s a little background on Stoicism and six lessons from this ancient philosophy […]

Money is important. Take time to think about and answer questions about wealth. Explore your beliefs and attitudes. It can be transformative.

Celebrate retirement with a retirement party. Ideas for who to invite, when and where to party, speech ideas, and other ideas & fun stuff.

Here are 98 retirement tips and tricks. Explore useful advice for a healthy, wealthy and happily ever after.

Here are 20 tips for making travel after retirement plentiful, affordable and completely fulfilling. Get ready to make reservations!

Graduation speeches offer great advice for a good life. And, you know what? The guidance can also be relevant to your finances and retirement.

Statistically, Americans aren’t living as long as before. But, where you live, your wealth, your habits, and more impact your own life expectancy.