http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/retirement-blog.html Stay current on issues related to retirement. Put this blog into your RSS feed for instant notification. en-us retirement Fri, 28 Sep 2012 15:21:51 -0400 Fri, 28 Sep 2012 15:21:51 -0400 retirementinvestigator.com http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/volunteer-opportunities.html7f0a4f059561e06e42ac2ddfc4dfe2e0Take advantage of volunteer opportunities to enrich your community and your own life. Mon, 27 Aug 2012 16:05:50 -0400 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/volunteer-service.html482fd53322f019fdb60b3ce357505f74Learn about a unique volunteer service for senior experts: becoming part of a living library. Douglas College loans human experts as well as books. Wed, 16 May 2012 10:43:33 -0400 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/retire-on-gozo.html17a3342c9eafeada28545329a09b9b5bJoin those who choose to retire on Gozo in the Mediterranean. Read the views of a current resident. Wed, 16 May 2012 10:39:37 -0400 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/retirement-financial-planning.html00e3abfaf4e72312afdba509ce1127e3 Facing retirement? Financial planning gives a sense of security now and a secure financial future as you age. Why boomers need to plan -- NOW! Tue, 15 May 2012 23:19:59 -0400 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/retire-in-malaga.html10cc8f603b4a4ed70c33aa815c09a83cRetire in Malaga, Spain where the sun shines enough to satisfy anyone. Mon, 30 Apr 2012 13:25:53 -0400 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/retire-debt-free.htmlb94617f0378ccaecdae50fd93c810a6dUse six tips to retire debt free and relax in your declining years. Sat, 28 Apr 2012 21:00:34 -0400 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/best-place-to-retire.htmle41378b6baf0b16560a92abbc25d8b44Wondering about the best place to retire or have a secret spot you'd like to share? Insider information on where to retire and why each spot is so great. Thu, 26 Apr 2012 10:08:05 -0400 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/volunteering-opportunity.htmlee861ee4e6f280bee1f69f93779920b0There's a volunteering opportunity for you no matter how old you are. Retirees with lots to give find fulfillment in sharing with others. Wed, 25 Apr 2012 22:05:54 -0400 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/reverse-mortgages.html858a2169ca6ca7e566bbb80b109aac5fGet the facts about reverse mortgages so you can plan your retirement with confidence. Thu, 12 Apr 2012 19:29:05 -0400 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/retirement-blog.html#Indexing-Society-of-Canada-Société-canadienne-dindexation-Annual-Conference81f8832350d207c166712cbe8942b468University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Ontario May 31 and June 1, 2012 Pointing to the Future: Indexing in the Digital Age Wondering about the impact of e-books on your indexing future? Join friends at the ISC/SCI conference to hear Jan Wright give the keynote address, “E-book Indexes: The Devil Is in the Details.” Hear more about indexing in the digital age from David Ream and Cheryl Landes, who will speak on changes in the publishing industry. Conference sessions will be held at the University of Ottawa in downtown Ottawa. Accommodations are available in the university’s comfortable and reasonably priced residences. The banquet and reception on May 31 promise to be memorable events. Both will be catered by chefs from Le Cordon Bleu Ottawa Culinary Arts Institute. Banquet tickets are $75; only 70 tickets are available, so if you plan to attend, register early. The full conference fee for ISC/SCI members is $275 before April 11. Members of affiliated indexing organizations, such as ASI, may register at members’ rates. Registration is now open. Mon, 19 Mar 2012 11:39:38 -0400 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/retire-in-kamloops.htmlfd623d320b3b9aff9ce76b5f11bf2f8aFind out why so many people are choosing to retire in Kamloops, the tournament capital of the world, and a great little city on the North Thompson River. Sun, 18 Mar 2012 10:23:58 -0400 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/retire-in-arbutus-ridge.html852fed320a20ce7383c690b8033b97cbCliff Sweeney invites you to retire in Arbutus Ridge. Watch his video, then send him an RSVP. Tue, 29 Nov 2011 19:26:32 -0500 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/retire-to-cabo-san-lucas.html1e4f8b76acdd9c286ff179ae3a7760c2Linda Samuels lists her favourite spots she'll enjoy when she gets to retire to Cabo San Lucas. Tue, 8 Nov 2011 20:12:55 -0500 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/retirement-jobs.html300c76b33b8d205ea82fdf13b3169f31Retirement jobs? Only if we want them. Studies show 50 percent of people who reach retirement age work. Which is the right job for you? Fri, 28 Oct 2011 23:25:36 -0400 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/tour-job-in-alaska.html3c4b4bf78e3fef039d87fdc2214c0b40Get a tour job in Alaska. You may even decide to retire in the land of the midnight sun. Fri, 28 Oct 2011 23:20:56 -0400 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/small-business-marketing-plans.html9aebba890ba052efd2877fbcf9d9a8eeBeat 80% of your competition when you understand small business marketing plans. Well, understanding is a start. You also have to create your own plan. Fri, 14 Oct 2011 14:18:51 -0400 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/best-home-based-business-opportunity.htmlcfb0d07833c1e6b78f160a42be49f69aJust 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. Fri, 14 Oct 2011 14:14:26 -0400 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/retire-in-murphy-north-carolina.html84ee396b591e3cae31c83951db1332c9Find out why John Dilbeck will retire in Murphy, North Carolina, just about two hours from anywhere. Sat, 24 Sep 2011 14:13:30 -0400 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/retire-in-conway-south-carolina.htmld5ab4731e660eb8498dc5b2b9d6f90fcTed explains the reasons he left Baltimore to retire in Conway, South Carolina. Wed, 27 Jul 2011 13:34:52 -0400 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/retire-in-nicaragua.html001b66c40aada5a92a74e51537c0d93eMargit gives her top five reasons to retire in Nicaragua. In spite of the bad internaional press, she has some compelling arguments. Mon, 18 Jul 2011 18:49:14 -0400 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/retire-in-the-okanagan.html189071b0f7d2ca4bdbf191e7815d6be4Retire in the okanagan to enjoy the outdoors. The sunny Okanagan region offers recreation of all kinds. Sun, 17 Jul 2011 15:22:49 -0400 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/retire-in-senegal.htmldf8a80ee5589654836732ca7bed186a5Senegal in Africa is Daouda's idea of the best place to retire. Besides being exotic, it offers the opportunity to give back. Maybe you would like to retire in Senegal. Wed, 13 Jul 2011 16:02:18 -0400 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/french-gite.htmled98e1dc356b075efe91fcdf841c64b5A French gite is a great alternative to a hotel if you are staying in France. Ours even accomodated a wheelchair very well. Wed, 13 Jul 2011 15:58:03 -0400 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/travel-advice.htmlfac98634e0e408dfd7d70c40c8cd28fdTravel advice from those who have been there. Where are retirees going for vaction and why? Share your best travel tips. Wed, 13 Jul 2011 13:31:19 -0400 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/extra-money.htmlc1c1cf14807543893b9d4cb7ba20b915You can get extra money even while you receive social assistance. Tips on how with links to other resources. Tue, 12 Jul 2011 14:00:31 -0400 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/linkedin-login.htmlaff578e0d83327c84579fbd6c1388a23Boomers can use their LinkedIn login as a path to a new job. Find out what is LinkedIn and how retirees can use it and other social media for jobs with income and satisfaction. Tue, 12 Jul 2011 13:20:31 -0400 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/retire-in-prague.html03fff6d932939d885b3629e517643290Dean explains why, perhaps surprisingly, many people want to retire in Prague. Would you like to retire in Prague, too? Sat, 9 Jul 2011 13:30:38 -0400 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/financial-plan-for-retirement.htmle09c4d5a57d29c3db58e4cbb556d4c54A financial plan involves both saving and creating income. Passive income appeals to many because it does not require continued effort. Sun, 3 Jul 2011 20:39:24 -0400 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/timeshare.html771c7da27eb3571108949b3849fb8f22A timeshare offers a purchaser or renter the option of owning a piece of the dream. Is this vacation style for you? What are the pros and cons of spending your money to share property? Thu, 30 Jun 2011 23:43:16 -0400 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/timeshare-ownership.html441ba2441fdc78277c66e0f69752d434Timeshare ownership is one choice of vacation that suits many folk, including those who are retiring. Thu, 30 Jun 2011 23:34:42 -0400 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/retire-in-dominican-republic.html54341724d6ebecba5c9790bba2bae3c7Ex-pat Canadian baby boomers explain why they decided to retire in Dominican Republic and invite you to join them. Thu, 30 Jun 2011 13:01:29 -0400 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/retire-in-chiang-mai.htmlcbd9a6cb176a69af1f1baa9bbd083fa5An expat advises that you retire in Chiang Mai, Thailand! Count the reasons why. Tue, 28 Jun 2011 23:30:12 -0400 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/retire-in-sedona-arizona.html6e7149c988d5486d6cabc05388a5a61cBefore you decide to retire in Sedona, Arizona, come for a vist. Check out the tips from a frequent visitor. Sun, 26 Jun 2011 00:00:47 -0400 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/retire-in-penang-malaysia.html3a5613df53e995a69ad1b4b502108f11When you see the comparison of the costs to those who retire in Penang Malaysia with those who retire in Boston, you may start chatting with your travel agent. Sat, 25 Jun 2011 12:05:20 -0400 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/retire-in-ashland.htmlb76ecb79cbb0b62a618dcf1d6cf113e6The Oregon Shakespeare Festival is only one reason to retire in Ashland. Tue, 21 Jun 2011 23:46:50 -0400 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/retire-in-sorrento.html11ed59a099c2b9c52e2f6fe4addc4b31Retire in Sorrento, no, not the Sorrento in Italy, the one on the Shuswap Lakes in BC. Find out why it's the better spot to retire. Sun, 8 May 2011 18:20:49 -0400 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/what-to-eat-and-drink-in-jamaica.html56735eeb14a6c60b4d4704c417f0224fA frequent traveller to the Caribbean gives his opinion on what to eat and drink in Jamaica. Fri, 6 May 2011 12:46:09 -0400 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/how-to-choose-a-retirement-coach.html70e6354eadf911a78beb8cde530537ffLearn how to choose a retirement coach. Get the best one for you. Also included is a simple tool for making any choice. Mon, 4 Apr 2011 13:48:21 -0400 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/retire-in-new-hampshire.htmleeb1456b3ffad4db562533d3055502f2Want to retire in New Hampshire? Welcome to a state that is much more than fall leaves and winter sports. Sun, 13 Mar 2011 18:16:15 -0400 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/forex-trading.htmlbfb960c8b6704039a7afe386d091cb6dForex trading in troubled times calls for flexibility in strategty. Use your forex demo account or turn to a forex broker before you give up. Tue, 14 Dec 2010 12:14:44 -0500 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/retirement-blog.html#A-Monk-Reflects-on-Approaching-Retirementbf200c9e991ed565f0ca81505ad2b74dWhen I looked at this page, I was taken by the idea that retirement is a dare. I think this brother has some interesting things to share. You might think so, too. (Click the link below to read the blog Monks Do Not Retire.) Tue, 14 Dec 2010 11:15:08 -0500 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/mesothelioma-in-seniors.htmlb632216a6a96dae612be6262e4ae62e4Learn why the numbers are so high for mesothelioma in seniors. Do you have this deadly form of cancer? How likely is your doctor to diagnose it correctly? Wed, 1 Dec 2010 11:45:10 -0500 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/retirement-investment-options.html861f010283860555a8a49ecca32d2250Retirement options for Americans include 401K, IRA, and Roth IRA. Learn the differences and the pros and cons. Fri, 19 Nov 2010 22:30:50 -0500 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/where-to-retire-in-british-columbia.htmlb72555488cce559c2d72ca4b7227736bDo you know where to retire in British Columbia? Let an expert help you decide. Mon, 25 Oct 2010 10:24:10 -0400 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/cruise-tips.html078ac43753c78f06ee4c4b94de7fb34eIs a cruise in your future? Looking for cruise tips? Travel writer, Tess Bridgwater, offers her top ten tips for choosing a cruise. Investigate before you book. Sat, 4 Sep 2010 19:13:17 -0400 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/retire-on-boutique-cruise-ship.html26ba93ec305709ddcac0186c25078810If you dream of retiring on a cruise ship, but have a limited income, you could reitre on a boutique cruise ship in Miami. Learn more. Sun, 7 Mar 2010 18:24:45 -0500 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/living-in-panama.html0fd0265102670364eb6a6862a5848e77Living in Panama requires some attitude adjustments. Rob tells the story of how he changed an important attitude so living in Panama became a pure pleasure. Tue, 25 Aug 2009 22:46:53 -0400 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/retire-in-kimberley.html8995a23d78cd652a1ffdf6574eff42c3When you say you will retire in Kimberley, you'll have to clarify which one. This article takes a look at why people are coming to retire in Kimberley, BC, part of the Kootenay region. Sat, 8 Aug 2009 17:40:06 -0400 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/retire-in-trail.html9399295edc5e0241fb3135106bbec7b3Retire In Trail, BC, and find your own personal Shangri-La. Discover just what the two spots have in common. See if Trail in the South Kootenay might be the best place for you to retire. Fri, 7 Aug 2009 22:51:09 -0400 http://www.retirementinvestigator.com/retire-in-nakusp.html12fb044b1bff5d237288e8dccb12c842Would you retire in Nakusp? A surprising number of people want to, and Nakusp is rolling out the welcome mat. Learn why Naksup might be your personal best place to retire. Fri, 7 Aug 2009 17:39:12 -0400