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Jan 26, 2009, Retirement Blog December 2008

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Jan 26, 2009, Retirement Blog November 2008

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Jan 13, 2009, Evaluate the Top Franchise Opportunity

You want in on the top franchise opportunity. You want a business with the support a franchise offers but you wonder about the risks. What are the pros and cons of a franchise?

Jan 12, 2009, ing Retirement Plan

An ing retirement plan may be for you. Any saving for your retirement is good saving. How much did you save today?

Jan 11, 2009, Volunteer Vacation With The Mobility Project

Maureen wasn't looking for a volunteer vacation, but she found a new direction with The Mobility Project in Mexico. Read her story.

Jan 11, 2009, Your Best Home Based Business Opportunity

Just which is the best home based business opportunity to support your retirement? Which factors matter most to you as you start a new enterprise? Consider this list.

Jan 9, 2009, Mom and Me

Watch Mom and me as we work out the practicalities of living together as two generations of older women. We'll share our lives as we go. Will I retire early? How will we deal with practical issues?

Jan 3, 2009, Include Home Care In Retirement Planning

Increasingly, families are turning to home care for elderly family members. Asking the right questions will help you make the most informed decision.

Jan 2, 2009, Retire Offgrid

Jeanne and Ron Patera decided to retire offgrid outside of Tombstone, AZ. Would this suit you? Read their story.

Jan 1, 2009, Retire In Harrison Hot Springs

Sam Kassam from Tanzania chose to retire in Harrison Hot Springs, BC for two main reasons.

Jan 1, 2009, Retire in Borneo Malaysia

Cheap housing is only one reason to retire in Borneo, Malaysia. Ray Windfield lists his other reasons.

Dec 30, 2008, Home Based Small Business

Are you ready for a home based small business? Check your personal attitudes and resources before you begin.

Dec 29, 2008, Build A Network When You Retire

Preparing to retire? Before you decide to move, ask how much energy you have to create a new social network.

Dec 28, 2008, Retirement Jobs -- Creative Living

When considering retirement jobs, creative thinking brought Dave Wright to the conclusion that the Internet was for him.

Dec 24, 2008, Life Settlements

Retirees should consider life settlements instead of cashing in insurance policies. An expert explains why.

Dec 19, 2008, Retire Overseas

Do you plan to retire overseas? Living abroad appeals to an increasing number of baby boomers. Where are they going? What does one consider when planning to retire abroad?

Dec 17, 2008, Baby Boomer Women

What is ahead for baby boomer women? You may be surprised by the changes in this demographic.

Dec 14, 2008, Moelfre, Isle of Anglesey

Moelfre on the Isle of Anglesey is a great place to retire. With 75% of its citizens of retirement age, it caters to the elderly.

Dec 12, 2008, Early Retirement

Considering early retirement? Your own idea, or someone else's? Are you ready for the change? What will you do?

Dec 10, 2008, Chaos to Paradise

A reforestation business owner becomes a tour guide. He shares how chaos led him to paradise.

Dec 8, 2008, My Winter Cabo San Lucas Vacation

My first winter Cabo San Lucas Vacation had its ups and downs. As vacations go, the ups won, hands down. Find out why.

Dec 7, 2008, The Red Hat Society

The Red Hat Society offers women celebrating maturity both fun and saving. I'm heavy on the fun aspect of meeting with other vibrant women.

Dec 6, 2008, Financial Planning For Women

Financial planning for all women should take into consideration that women live different lives than men do. Married women need more help setting up a retirement plan than do single women. Learn why.

Dec 4, 2008, Turn A Hobby Into A Business

Turn your hobby into a business. Ron Knight believes that his hobbies should pay for themselves. From tennis coach to garden expert, Ron turns hobbies into retirement income.

Dec 3, 2008, Retirement Jobs

Retirement jobs? Only if we want them. Studies show 50% of people who reach retirement age work. Which is the right job for you?

Dec 1, 2008, Retire To Sidmouth

Retire to Sidmouth, East Devon, God's waiting room. With a population of 60% retirees, it's set up and waiting for you.

Nov 30, 2008, Retire In Lewistown Montana

Kathy Molden explains why she wants to retire in Lewistown, Montana, where time stands still.

Nov 29, 2008, Free Air Miles -- Use Your Grocery List

Need some free air miles? Learn how to use your grocery list and credit card to fly for free.

Nov 28, 2008, Retirement Life Coaching -- Your Path to a Better Retirement

Retirement life coaching helps people realize dreams. Find out how a life coach can improve your retirement.

Nov 27, 2008, Retire on a Houseboat

You can retire on a houseboat if you want to. Ian Morton shares the basics.

Nov 26, 2008, Your Best Franchise Opportunity

Which is the best franchise opportunity for you? You know the basics about owning a franchise, but you need to consider the details. How do you evaluate which franchise business is best?

Nov 25, 2008, 10 Best Places To Retire

Wondering about the 10 best places to retire? Whose list will you use? How will you choose? Link to free decision-making software.

Nov 24, 2008, Retire in Gibsons

Why not retire in Gibsons, BC? Many others are choosing this hidden gem on BC's south coast. See why.

Nov 23, 2008, Why I Won't Retire In Cabo San Lucas

It's beautiful, but I won't retire in Cabo San Lucas. Find out why.

Nov 22, 2008, Investigator Report: Inside Retirement Newsletter

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Nov 21, 2008, Where To Retire: Stay Home Or Move?

Deciding where to retire ranks as one of the biggest issues retirees face. Stay or go? What factors influence the decision? Use a handy free decision-making tool to sort out your issues.

Nov 20, 2008, Retire in Cuenca Ecuador

Larry and Linda will retire in Cuenca, Ecuador after checking out many other countries. Find out why they chose Cuenca.

Nov 19, 2008, ChooseIt!

ChooseIt makes small or large decisions clear. This free software helps you sort through the factors that matter to you and then presents you with a graph showing which option is best for you.

Nov 18, 2008, About Audrey

All about Audrey. Why she's retiring and why she made this Web site.

Nov 17, 2008, Outdoor Travel Adventure With Outdoor Connections

For travel adventure, you'll want to use an agent with the extensive network of Outdoor Connections. Doug Shepherd explains what he can do for you or your company when you want superb fishing or hunt

Nov 16, 2008, ing Direct Tax Free Savings Account

Pick up some free money with an ing direct tax free savings account

Nov 15, 2008, Benefits Of An Annuity

Are you missing out on the benefits of an annuity? Learn the benefits of an annuity as a retirement plan. Then click to learn more.

Nov 14, 2008, Rollaboard

A rollaboard meets so many travel needs! Learn why it's perfect for retired travelers.

Nov 12, 2008, inspected4u

inspected4u guarantees quality for products offered on the Internet. If a product has the inspected4u seal of approval, you can rest assured it's passed scrutiny.

Nov 11, 2008, Retirement Blog October 2008

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Nov 11, 2008, Do Your Personal Financial Choices Hurt Your Retirement Opportunity?

Are you leaving too much to chance? Your personal financial choices determine your retirement opportunities. Learn how to optimize your options.

Oct 26, 2008, Health Savings Account Medical Plans

Health Savings Account medical plans offer early retirees an option to combine savings with health insurance. Is this for you?

Oct 25, 2008, Retire in Panama

A couple explains their choice of Panama as the best place to retire. Find out why they discounted other places and what they do now that they live in Panama. Learn their best tip for anyone immigrati

Oct 25, 2008, Retire In Mill Bay BC

Mill Bay on Vancouver Island in British Coumbia makes an ideal place to retire. Beautiful and inexpensive, it may be in your future.

Sep 21, 2008, Why Retire In Panama

If you've been asking, Why Retire in Panama, you are in for some pleasant answers. Get details of financial, climatic, and lifestyle reasons to retire in Panama.