Retirement Planning

In recent years, there’s been much debate about the concept of “fun learning.” Do students learn better when their lessons are infused with humor and fun? Or does the old “no pain, no gain” rule still apply?
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With the end of 2019 drawing near, it’s time to figure out how to be financially wise to our best advantage. For those of you over 50, it’s time to put money into your own or a spousal IRA. The limit is $7,000…
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In any relationship, there is division of labour – one partner will probably do most of the cooking, the other will probably do most of the car-related stuff, and so on…
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The last quarter of the year can become quite stressful, especially for those of us over 60. In some parts of the world, October is filled with more outdoor events with family and friends because the weather turns cooler while the sun is still generous. Read More

People hate cutting costs. Beyond the practical considerations of having to give up all the shiny new stuff that marketers tell us we need, there are psychological reasons that we hate cost cutting. Read More

Did you ever visit a new place and suddenly have the feeling of “coming home?” This is exactly how many people describe their first impression of Portugal. For some, it is the warm climate and spectacular scenery that makes a strong first impression. For others, it is the warm smiles…
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Whatever life after 60 looks like to you, thinking about the money you’ll have – and how much you’ll need – during retirement shouldn’t keep you up at night. Still, it’s hard not to obsess about the most worrying questions about money and aging…
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In the not-too-distant future, will you exchange life centered on your workplace for the life of a retiree? Or have you already made the transition — and find that it’s not quite as blissful as you were led to believe?
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When people discuss finances, it often sounds like they’re speaking a foreign language. How do savings and investments differ? Do we need to invest in stocks? Finance expert Pam Krueger leads this conversation with easy-to-understand explanations and tips for getting your financial life organized. Enjoy the show!
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Low costs… great weather… excellent healthcare for a steal. There are lots of benefits to giving overseas living a try. But what if you haven’t decided yet which overseas retirement haven you prefer? Or you don’t even know yet if this go-abroad strategy is for you?
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