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Time Magazine - Money
6 Myths About Saving for Retirement
With just 14% of workers saying they are confident in their retirement plan, it's time for most of us to kick saving into high gear. It's doable if you can get past these 6 myths about saving.
2012-04-03
| New York Times (NY) - Health
Divorce Rates Among Boomers to Reshape Old Age
The Times reports this morning that a growing number of men and women in their 50s and 60s are opting out of marriage and venturing into old age on their own. The surge has been driven by several factors, including longevity, economics and evolving social mores, according to sociologists.
2012-03-02
| Forbes
Easing the Burden of Retiring Single
Retirement is often depicted as an idyllic time when couples take long walks on the beach, watch their grandchildren graduate from college, and care for each other well into their golden years. Yet, it’s estimated that more than 43% of all US residents are single, with more than 30 million Americans over the age 55 holding that distinction. Single people face unique planning challenges because they are solely responsible for their financial security as well as their emotional well-being throughout their retirement.
2012-02-29
| Austin (TX) Statesman
Older buyers want amenities, ease of living, active social life
Central Texas is rich with "active adult" communities those neighborhoods specifically designed for the 55 and older crowd. These baby boomers and older want different things in their homes than they did when they were 20 years younger. And the 55-year-olds of today are much different from their parents.
2012-02-18
| Cape Cod (MA) Times
Downsizing does not have to be a downer
As the population in the United States ages and the Baby Boomer generation begins to hit retirement, more and more people are feeling the urge or the need to downsize. When you add in the fact that a lot of those contemplating retirement also took a big hit in their investment portfolios in recent years, moving into smaller and more affordable housing just plain makes sense.
2012-02-15
| U.S. News & World Report
10 Necessities for a Great Retirement Spot
Retirees aren't moving to new places as often as they have in the past. Just 3 percent of people age 65 and older relocated between 2010 and 2011, according to recently released Census Bureau data. " ... But some seniors continue to seek retirement spots with more affordable housing, better weather, and fun things to do. Here are 10 tips for selecting a great retirement location.
2012-02-06
| Smart Money Magazine
Hippie Retirement: High-End ‘Communes’
Co-housing projects for older Americans, communities of homes on shared land that residents build and operate themselves, are on the rise.
2012-02-02
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Senior Living Facilities
Comprehensive Listing of leading senior living facilities for people 62 and older. Includes Independent Living, Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRC) & Life Care Retirement Communities (LCRC) as well as assisted living, long-term care, skilled nuring and memory care.
2012
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