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6 Easy Ways For Boomers to Prevent Falls

Although accidents can happen at any time, knowing how to properly assess and prevent these types of incidents goes a long way in helping us Boomers stay safe and independent!

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I’m Retired. Should I Start an Encore Career?

If you’ve earned the right to retire, but not yet looking to put up your feet, then you may want to take this opportunity to begin an encore career!

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Top 5 Reasons to Buy an Annuity for Retirement

An annuity may not be for everyone. But, for many who are worried about the possibility of outliving their retirement, it can be the perfect solution.

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Tips for Taking the Stress Out of Medicare Annual Enrollment

Stress is running rampant this Medicare Annual Enrollment season because of the economic stress that America is experiencing.

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Best Ways for Seniors to Find Discounted High-Speed Internet Services

There are actually two new resources available today that can help you save money on your home internet services, but what’s available to you will depend on your income level and where you live. Here’s where to begin.

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Coping with COVID Exacerbated Tinnitus 

Unfortunately, new research indicates that tinnitus, a common hearing problem that affects around 50 million Americans, may be worsened by COVID-19 or possibly even triggered by it. Here’s what you should know along with some tips and treatments that may help.  

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Are Medicare Supplements and Medicare Advantage PPO Plans the Same?

Medicare expert, Toni King explains the difference between Medicare Supplements and Medicare Advantage PPO plans.


How to Find a Better Medicare Prescription Drug Plan

Even if you’re happy with your current coverage, there may be other plans out there that you’re not aware of that offer better coverage at a lower cost. You never know until you look. Here are some tips to help you shop and compare Medicare drug plans.

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Tips and Tools for Family Caregivers 

Caring for an aging parent or other loved one over a period of time can be very challenging both physically and mentally. Fortunately, there are a number of tips and services you can turn to that can help lighten the load. Here are several to consider.

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Social Security Calculators That Can Help You Decide When to Claim 

Deciding when to start collecting your Social Security benefits is one of the most complicated and consequential decisions in retirement. The difference between a good decision and a poor one could cost you and your spouse tens of thousands of dollars over your retirement, so doing your due diligence now is a very smart move.

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Simple and Inexpensive Final Farewells

With the average cost of a full-service funeral running around $11,000 today, many people are seeking simple ways to make their final farewell more affordable. Depending on how you want to go, here are several low-cost options to consider. 

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How to Handle Your Medicare Coverage if You Move

Moving can indeed affect your Medicare benefits depending on the type of coverage you have and where you move to. 

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Why You Should Create a “My Social Security Account”

Checking your official Social Security statement every year is a smart move to make sure your posted earnings are correct, which will ensure you get the benefits you’re entitled to. But most Americans don’t do it.

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How Much Does an Average Funeral Cost?

It definitely pays to know what charges to expect when pre-planning a funeral. Most people don’t have a clue and can often be upsold thousands of dollars’ worth of extra services they may not want or need. Here’s a breakdown of what you can expect.

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How to Pick the Best Place to Retire

If you’re interested in relocating when you retire, like millions of other baby boomers, there are a wide variety of books and online resources that can help you find and research a new location that meet your wants, needs and budget. Here are several to help you get started.

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