After decades of working hard, most Americans dream of retiring and living their best life. If you’ve recently made it to this exciting milestone, you may be feeling a lot of different emotions—relief, excitement, confusion, or even a mix of all three. If you’re not sure how to make the most of your retirement, we […]
Active adult, 55+, and retirement communities have gotten a pretty bad rap over the last few decades. However, most residents will tell you that moving to one of these neighborhoods is one of the best decisions they’ve ever made. Want to know what active adult living is really about? Let’s take a look at some […]
One of the biggest perks of living in an active adult community is being surrounded by residents who are in the same season of life as you. However, moving into a new neighborhood can seem just like the first day of school or a new job—chances are, you won’t know anybody! If you’re eager to […]
In recent years, the military retirement pay system has become a little more complex. How much you’ll earn is based on when you joined, how long you served, and which branch you served in. There are a lot of variables, and if you’re thinking of retiring from the military in the coming years, it pays […]
As you age, you probably start to think more and more about retirement—namely, how you’ll support yourself after you stop working. And one of the biggest, and at times most overlooked, aspects of post-career planning is housing. Where you live plays an important role in your daily life and your overall financial stability, so planning […]
Purchasing a home later in life is a bit different from purchasing a home in your younger or middle-aged years, particularly when it comes to loans. The process of applying for a mortgage after retirement is similar, though not quite the same, and it can be helpful to understand your options before you start your […]
If you’re planning for your retirement, you may also be thinking about downsizing your current home. Making a move to a newer or smaller space can come with a lot of advantages—but it’s important to know what to expect before starting your home search. How to Make Downsizing Easier A recent survey by the National […]
It’s not too late to start planting a bountiful spring garden! If you’ve found yourself with a little extra time on your hands these days, planting a garden is a great way to spruce up your yard and enjoy a fruitful harvest. The options really are endless, so it can be hard to know where […]
Eager to get together with family and friends? If so, we have some good news for you. North Carolina’s newly loosened social distancing rules now allow outdoor gatherings of up to 25 people, which means you can finally start planning your next cookout! Our Top 4 Cookout Recipes One of the best parts of a […]
The past few weeks have brought unprecedented changes to everyday lives—and have separated families and friends across both long and short distances. So, how do you stay in touch while practicing safe virtual distancing? Fortunately, technology has the answer: virtual connection! Ways to Virtually Connect While Staying Home Ten years ago, the public health crisis […]
