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Even Lower-Wage Workers Can Save for Retirement – Here’s How

It’s tragic – but not surprising – to read that many seniors are approaching retirement with little or no savings set aside. Ever since the Great Recession of 2008-2010, seniors have faced a challenging job market, made worse by COVID and inflation. Even those who thought their retirement plans were solid have been adversely affected.  … Read more

To Protect Your Family, Avoid These Common Estate Planning Mistakes

Estate planning is an essential component of preparation for a happy and secure retirement. Sadly, all too many Americans ignore estate planning altogether, imagining – somehow – that everything will work out magically for their heirs once they pass from the scene. In fact, those heirs are the ones who will have to clean up … Read more

Retirement in 2024: Will Americans Be Better Prepared This Year?

What does retirement in 2024 actually look like? There’s always a risk in trying to take a snapshot of such a complicated topic as “retirement in 2024.” But recently the Wall Street Journal did precisely that, and the result forms a fascinating composite picture of how we Americans actually plan for and spend our retirement years. The … Read more

Inheritance in 2024: Will the “Great Wealth Transfer” Turn into a Bust?

For many years, financial prognosticators have been peering into their crystal balls and predicting what has come to be called “the Great Wealth Transfer.” The scenario is pretty simple: as millions of baby boomers have moved through the population, driven by a post-World-War-Two baby boom that never let up all through the 1950s and early … Read more

Technology in 2024: Can a “Chatty Robot” Help Reduce Senior Loneliness?

Can advances in technology in 2024 help stem the epidemic of loneliness affecting millions of seniors? We were skeptical, until we learned about a new “robotic companion” that is already in use, helping isolated seniors connect with friends and family and giving them someone – or something? – to interact with. Before we introduce you … Read more

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