Many of you know my primary income is from rental real estate, both commercial and residential. And I love to use Zelle because we often pay vendors and have checks lost in the mail never to be heard from again. If you use Zelle, whether it is to rent property, sell an item, or buy […]
Women are less prepared for retirement than men. On average, women have 30% less saved for retirement than men. Only 47% of working women said they were on track to retire while only 37% of working men said they were on track or ahead of schedule. Women are behind in retirement planning. According to a […]
Healthy aging stories always inspire me, especially about older athletes. This one was a jaw-dropper, unlike anything I’ve ever seen. It’s not new but stays in mind when I think about our ageist society and what stereotypes we have of elders. As reported by CNN and New York affiliate WHAM, a man broke into the […]
Over the last few years, we’ve witnessed widespread financial hardship and market volatility that’s left many retirees questioning the safety of their investments. The current economic climate is uncertain, to say the least. What we’re experiencing today isn’t, or at least shouldn’t be a shock or surprise. Inflation and recession and the rise and fall […]
I’ve been on the road, traveling to and through Florida, for about ten days. For those of you who don’t know Florida, I thought I’d tell you what’s interesting about the state. The beach. There’s lots of it. There’s so much of it that even though Florida is crowded, the beaches […]
Individuals born between 1946 and 1964 are approaching the end of their working years. The question at the top of the minds of this generation is can baby boomers afford to retire? This is a valid question, as many baby boomers have faced financial challenges throughout their lives. There are several financial considerations that boomers […]
Venn Diagram provided by Wepik The EndGame is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Lately I have read several articles about older adults searching for ikigai. Before I elaborate on this important topic, let me share two cautionary notes: 1. You will not […]
Image credit Starting a business requires more than a dream and dedication. You must be strategic and gather all the information you need to make your startup successful. While certain factors apply to all businesses, some are more specific depending on the industry. Here are seven things to consider if you have been wondering how […]
What did the ocean say to the beach? Nothing, it just waved. I’m worried about the calendar. Its days are numbered. What time did the person go to the dentist? Tooth hurty. I thought the dryer was shrinking my clothes, but it turns out it was the refrigerator all along. What do you call a […]
I’ve written about antibiotic resistance a number of times, and I have a section on it in the draft book on my journalism work. What is antibiotic resistance? Antibiotic resistance happens when germs such as bacteria and fungi develop the ability to defeat the drugs designed to kill them. That means the germs aren’t killed […]
