It was a hot, muggy summer Friday in Atlanta, and I decided I wanted to donate blood. They wouldn’t let me. Let me back up a bit . . . I was deep into one of those corners of the internet reading about problems caused by excess iron in your blood. And while I’m not… [Read More]
Atlanta Teachers and Social Security Planning
There’s a common misconception among many Atlanta teachers that their retirement planning will include the three classic sources of income that most pre-retirees use to calculate their cash flow: Pension. Savings. Social Security. However, Atlanta teachers may not realize that, under the original guidelines of the Social Security Act, they may not be eligible to… [Read More]
When You’re Thinking About Relocating in Retirement as a Widow
Are you considering relocating during retirement as a widow? Knowing where you want to retire to – and why – can help you to create a financial plan that’s anchored by a clear, location-focused goal. However, there are also several additional considerations to keep in mind before taking the leap to retirement as a widow…. [Read More]
Resources for Atlanta Widows After Loss
Walking through life as a grieving widow is a journey that has many twists and turns. Whether you’re newly widowed, or have been living on your own for several years or more, the process doesn’t necessarily get easier – and it can be helpful to have a few resources available to guide you through this… [Read More]
Planning for Long-Term Care as a Single Woman
Did you know that, by 2020, 12 million Americans will need long-term care? Of those 12 million, the majority of long-term care participants are women. Planning for long-term care as a single woman can be confusing and often emotional. For many pre-retirees and retirees, long term care is a shared conversation with a spouse or… [Read More]