After 50 Finances - A comfortable retirement even if you haven't saved

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7 Habits of Highly Successful Retirees

We look at the paradigms of highly successful retirees who are happily living their ideal retirement. Let’s see what we can learn from them to make sure that we too have a happy, successful retirement.

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When to begin taking Social Security distributions

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Can your parents' debts become yours when they die?

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What you need to know about compound interest at 50+

Getting closer to that comfortable retirement you desire

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How to Determine If Your Used Furniture Is Worth Selling

If you have some old furniture to get rid of, you may be unsure of its value. Use these guidelines to determine if your used furniture is worth selling.

Dividing Up Family Heirlooms When Downsizing

If downsizing is pushing you to pass on family heirlooms now rather than once you’re gone, you might be worried how to do it without creating family drama. These tips can help you divide up heirlooms while keeping the peace.

Should I Pay Off My Mortgage Before I Retire?

How important is it to be mortgage free when you retire? Everyone’s situation is different. Here are some things to consider when deciding when and if you should pay off your mortgage.

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7 tools to reduce the cost of airfare

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7 frugal homemade cleanser recipes

DIY auto maintenance for the frugal car owner

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10 ways to lower heating bills

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Baby Boomers and Financial Infidelity

Want to keep your marriage financially pure and on track? Be financially faithful! Here’s what baby boomers need to keep in mind about financial infidelity.

Managing and Using Credit Cards in Retirement

You may be retired but your finances aren’t. And your lifestyle and credit needs have changed. So you’ll still need to manage your credit card use, but it may be a bit differently than before.

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Before Downsizing to the Rental Market for Retirement

Are you thinking about selling your home and renting a smaller place in order to downsize for retirement? Here are 6 things you really should consider before moving into the rental market.

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