Managing Money

Your husband may be out of the picture, but his Social Security could still be a part of your life. Whether you’re widowed or divorced, U.S. law may allow you to collect benefits based upon your former spouse’s work history. Here’s an overview of who’s eligible and how much money you could get…

The U.S. economy expanded 1.6 percent in the first three months of 2021, compared with 1.1 percent in the final quarter of 2020. The economy shook off some of the lingering effects of the pandemic as consumers started spending again…

Your 60s are a time of tremendous change. You may be preparing for retirement, entering retirement or recently retired. It’s a time where your finances may also be changing; a crossroads of sorts. So, what can you do with your finances…

Since starting Sixty and Me, I have had the opportunity to meet and interact with 100’s of talented, passionate older people. Many members of the community have the skills and experience to supplement their income in retirement – either as freelancers or business owners. So, I often wonder, why is it that so few men and women of my generation set out to supplement their income as they approach, or enter, retirement? The conclusion that I have come to is that most people allow their own mental blocks to prevent them from having the lifestyle that they want. Let’s explore some of the fears that older adults have as they think about how to supplement their income.

You’ve worked hard, saved diligently, and now you’re stepping into retirement – or maybe you’re already there. But as you change AND the world around you continues to change, it might be time to fold in some new knowledge! One of the smartest things you can do right now?

It’s Christmas Day and Angela, 74, is sipping a cup of coffee in her son’s living room. A beautiful Christmas tree stands in the corner covered with ornaments and bright colorful lights. The room is filled with the warm and delicious smells…

I invite you to take yourself off of autopilot mode for a minute when it comes to how you and your significant other handle your finances. Research suggests that half or more of our daily activities are driven by habits, done with little or no conscious thought. I would argue…

When economic anxiety spikes, most people turn to the same recycled list of financial tips: build an emergency fund, live below your means, pay off debt. These aren’t bad ideas. They’re just the wrong tools for the moment you’re in. By the time a recession hits…

If it’s been a while since you last updated your resume, you’re not alone. Many of us built our careers when resumes were printed on paper, handed to someone directly, or passed along through a personal connection. One page was the gold standard (and often hard to achieve)…

I am positive that you or someone you know has experienced a scam. No matter which technique was used, the resulting behavior is known as an “amygdala hijack.” The brain’s fear and threat response center, the amygdala, was triggered by criminals to elicit strong…