5 reasons Americans are retiring later in life

From: www.financial-planning.com

Americans are now retiring three or four years later in life than they did three decades ago, puzzling researchers and reversing a trend that had lasted more than a century.

Watch Albert Pujols hit home runs No. 699, 700, become fourth player in exclusive club

From: www.stltoday.com

In a homecoming against the team that he says rejuvenated his career last season, Albert Pujols slugged his way into baseball immortality. He hit two home runs Friday night against the Los Angeles Dodgers, becoming the fourth player in the 700 home run club.

The two deep blasts put him into a class with…

How Far Could $1 Million Go in Retirement?

From: financeinsights.net

A million dollars used to be the ultimate target for retirement portfolios. Retiring as a millionaire brought status and confidence that you could live comfortably during your golden years.

If you retired with $1 million in 1970, you probably didn’t have to worry about your nest egg running out, even with a lavish lifestyle. It would be like retiring with $6.9…

This informative video that explains why the money supply is the direct cause of higher inflation and lower stock prices. Although this sounds dull, it is extremely valuable information.

This Investor Awareness Guide, with a forward by David H. Morgan, contains fundamental, valuable economics. Click to view the full article.

By Mallory Edens

As people age, we can tend to become more insular and have fewer human connections. But humans are social creatures; it is in our nature to want to connect with others. Though the age of social media has brought with it new tools for making connections, there’s something to be said for meeting face-to-face. Here, we offer a few tips for rekindling old connections and making new ones.

By Mallory Edens

After spending your life working and creating an estate with some help from Retirement and Estate Advisors and Professionals, the last thing you want is to struggle in your golden years. However, financial struggles can fall on anyone. If you are facing self-doubt and wondering how to bounce back after financial issues, consider this brief guide to help you get back to financial stability.

Find Ways To Relieve Stress

Start by taking a…

By Lyle Solomon

No matter how much money you make or where you are in life, you will always have to choose between spending and saving. And when it comes to big financial goals, like paying off debt or saving for retirement, it’s not always clear which one to work on first.

You will have a better financial future if you choose to save or pay down debt instead of spending any extra money you might…

Honoring The Wishes of Those Who Didn’t Want a Funeral

From: www.nextavenue.org

Loved ones who are grieving may ultimately make different decisions

Funerals, shivas, memorials and other rites that mark a death are a fact of life. They bring together people to mark the deceased’s life and passing, while providing comfort, support and a sense of community. But more and more, people are opting not to have a traditional service or rite,…

By Mallory Edens

House flipping sounds simple — and it can be! You buy a property that needs work. You complete the work at a good price and sell the house for an amount more than the original purchase price plus the cost of renovations. However, misconceptions about this type of endeavor stop some seniors from trying it. Learning the reality of flipping can help you understand how you can make a…