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Ageism in Today’s World
Ageism affects two demographics very differently in the work place. Both Millennials and Baby Boomers are victims of this practice. Ageism is starting to decline, however, as evidenced most prominently in this year’s election. The average age of the last…
Financial Facts About Social Security
There is a lot of info out there about Social Security. This info is very useful in understanding where you stand regarding retirement. From this data we can understand what the average retiree spends in a year and even further,…
GAO Report Highlights Life Spam Impacts on Low Income Seniors
A recent research report issued by the Government Accounting Office (GAO) takes an in-depth look at rising life expectancy and the corresponding impact on various income groups, The report found that “(l)ife expectancy varies substantially across different groups with significant…
Life Expectancy and Social Security
The U.S. Government Accountability Office put out a new report showing how average life spans impact Social Security benefits and expected earnings through the program. The study shows that those with shorter life expectancy earn lower lifetime benefits. This demographic…
Moving in Retirement
Many seniors ask the question of where the best place to move in retirement is. This answer varies according to what specifically you are looking for in a new area. There are best places according to activities and neighborhoods geared…
Time is Running Out for Action Before Elimination of Benefit Provisions
April 29 is looming as the deadline for taking action to benefit from the soon-to-disappear provisions titled “file and suspend” and “restricted applications.” The first of these provisions previously allowed one spouse to draw benefits while the other suspends payments…
Boomers, Millennials, and Homes
Millennials are finding it hard to find and purchase homes. Baby Boomers are staying put in their houses that they bought during their careers, they are refusing to downsize in retirement because they are the first generation that can afford…
What to do Before you Retire
There are many things that you should do before retiring concerning making plans and research. Most people’s concerns with retirement are centered around their financial situation. Many are worried that they don’t have enough to retire or find themselves worrying…
How Boomers are Voting
Current candidates are missing out on a huge demographic in the Baby Boomers. The platforms being run on cover most problems that have been discussed for the past few decades but fail to deliver on what will affect the majority…
Boomers Affect on Market
The Baby Boomer generation was the driving force behind the stock market booms in the 50s and they continue to be the driving force today. Pandering to the needs of the Boomer generation is the surest way to turn a…