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Planning for Housing in Retirement
Consider the safety, convenience, and financial impact of your different options, as well as the accessibility of services to make life easier.
Dear Penny: How do I tell Mom I’m worried about her retirement plans?
You’re not overstepping boundaries to initiate the conversation, the advice columnist writes
10 things retirement communities won’t tell you
Finding a place to live in your golden years is more complicated than you may think.
What Have We Learned From 30 Years of 'Aging in Place'?
A new study on "naturally occurring retirement communities" shows that cities must adapt to and support the needs of elders for them to thrive.
How An HSA Can Be A Lifesaver In Retirement Planning
There’s little not to like about a Health Savings Account (HSA).
Retirement Planning and Insurance: What Type do you Need?
There is a lot that goes into retirement planning, including a focus on insurance needs.
Why Senior Housing Needs To Change To Appeal To Boomers
A panel on senior housing and retirement communities showed why developers need to change their model to appeal to boomers.
How to Afford Senior Housing
Learn how to afford senior housing with investment advisor Phil Town as he discusses reverse mortgages, long-term care insurance, and the importance of saving.
New or existing retirement community?
So should you choose a new or an existing established retirement community? Here are the Pros and Cons.
5 industries with the worst retirement plans
When it comes to 401(k)s and other retirement plans not all industries are equal. In fact some are pretty bad.
5 Tips to Smooth Discussions with Elders about Housing Plans
As you watch your parents or other beloved elders age, sometimes worry becomes inevitable. Should they have housing upgrades? Can they continue to live independently? Your intention isn’t to take over their lives, but you may genuinely want to start the conversation about possible future changes. How do you do this without causing a backlash?
Why Housing for LGBT Elders Is a Public Health Issue
Older lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender adults face particularly daunting challenges when it comes to finding affordable housing.
How Senior Housing Ensures Your Safety
Home safety for seniors is a concern, whether that home is a private house or a senior apartment. How do senior living facilities keep their residents safe?
How to Find Your Local Public Housing Agency and HUD Office
Public housing is important to many seniors. How can you contact your public housing agencies, whether to apply for housing or just get information? We can tell you how.
Retirement planning: Finding the right insurance coverage
Insurance coverage can play a crucial role in retirement planning. Here's how to decide which products are the right ones at the right time.
How housing that mixes young and old can improve the lives of both
In bringing together two traditionally isolated groups, intergenerational living can cultivate a sense of purpose, boost mental health and help keep seniors active.
Retirement Homes: Seven Things to Consider
For older adults who may be tired of the upkeep and maintenance of a property, want more companionship, or simply need a little more help to remain independent, retirement homes are the perfect solution. Here are seven tips to making it a smooth search.
Continuing Care Retirement Communities: What Are My Choices?
We look at issues from affordability to quality of life to help you decide if Continuing Care Retirement Communities are right for you or your parents.
20 Questions About Cohousing, Multigenerational Housing
Private homes and apartments with common (not "commune") spaces can be great for people of all ages.
The Future of Retirement: Virtual Villages?
Forget old-age homes: Real retirees are choosing to stay where they live—for good—with the help of a virtual village.
