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Working in Retirement vs Working on Your Golf Swing: 4 Questions to Help You Decide Which Is Right for You
(Image credit: Getty Images) Americans 65 or older are staying in the workforce longer, with surveys showing a 33% increase in the past decade. More than half of retirement-age adults say they plan to work indefinitely. Why is this happening? Is working in retirement beneficial for you? There are positives beyond the paycheck when it comes to working later in life, but there are also important considerations.
Working in Retirement vs Working on Your Golf Swing: 4 Questions to Help You Decide Which Is Right for You Original
Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Subscribe to our newsletter (Image credit: Getty Images) Retirement isn't for everyone. Whether by choice or out of necessity, fewer eligible workers are actually retiring, opting to work throughout their golden years. Americans 65 or older are staying in the workforce longer, with surveys showing a 33% increase in the past decade. More than half of retirement-age adults say they plan to work indefinitely. Why is this happening?
Are You Honest With Your Financial Adviser? Why Hiding the Truth Can Cost You
(Image credit: Getty Images) Hiring a financial adviser is a crucial step in building generational wealth. Yet some individuals approach the relationship with reservations. I've seen clients hide emergency funds, prized possessions or even full investment portfolios. Trust can be difficult to come by, especially when it comes to the assets you've worked so hard to acquire. But hiding things from your adviser will only do more harm than good.
Are You Honest With Your Financial Adviser? Why Hiding the Truth Can Cost You Original
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No, AI Can't Plan Your Retirement: This (Human) Investment Adviser Explains Why
(Image credit: Getty Images) Artificial intelligence has become the talk of the town. From boardrooms to classrooms, every corner of our lives seems to be embracing new AI tools, for better or for worse. In 2025, approximately 66% of Americans reported seeking financial advice from generative AI, according to Credit Karma. That figure rises above 80% for Millennials and Gen Z.
No, AI Can't Plan Your Retirement: This (Human) Investment Adviser Explains Why
Share this article Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Artificial intelligence has become the talk of the town. From boardrooms to classrooms, every corner of our lives seems to be embracing new AI tools, for better or for worse. In 2025, approximately 66% of Americans reported seeking financial advice from generative AI, according to Credit Karma. That figure rises above 80% for Millennials and Gen Z.
Rosen Law Firm Encourages National Grid plc Investors to Inquire About Securities Class Action Investigation - NGG
, /PRNewswire/ -- Why: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, continues to investigate potential securities claims on behalf of shareholders of National Grid plc (NYSE: NGG) resulting from allegations that National Grid plc may have issued materially misleading business information to the investing public. So What: If you purchased National Grid securities you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.
Three Strategies to Take Advantage of OBBB Changes, From a Financial Planning Pro
Three yellow flowers against a green background. The One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) brought a considerable number of changes across a full spectrum of American institutions. With so much being discussed in the news, it can be easy for the important details to get lost in the noise. If you're sticking to your retirement plan or are currently enjoying the retired life, the provisions in this legislation are worth paying attention to.
Three Strategies to Take Advantage of OBBB Changes, From a Financial Planning Pro Original
The One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) brought a considerable number of changes across a full spectrum of American institutions. With so much being discussed in the news, it can be easy for the important details to get lost in the noise. If you're sticking to your retirement plan or are currently enjoying the retired life, the provisions in this legislation are worth paying attention to. Here are four important changes to consider and the steps to take in response.
EVA Air to Join IATA's Turbulence Aware Platform Enhancing Flight Safety
, /PRNewswire/ -- EVA Air remains at the forefront of innovation and advancing safety measures whenever possible. At the 81st International Air Transport Association (IATA) Annual General Meeting and World Air Transport Summit (WATS), EVA Air President Clay Sun and IATA Director General Willie Walsh signed a cooperation agreement announcing EVA Air's official membership in the IATA's Turbulence Aware platform.
Lanier, No. 2 seed Tennessee breeze past No. 15 Wofford
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Chaz Lanier scored 29 points on 11-of-22 shooting in his NCAA Tournament debut, and No. 2 seed Tennessee never trailed in a 77-62 victory over Wofford on Thursday night that sent the Volunteers to the second round for the fourth straight season. kAmr@249 #:4< q2C?6DV '@=D Wag\fX H:== A=2J 6:E96C }@] f D665 &r{p @C `_E9\D66565 &E29 $E2E6 @? $2EFC52J :?
A Celebration of Eternal Life for Ulysses Lee "Junior" Bridgeman
, /PRNewswire/ -- The following is a statement from EBONY magazine and the Bridgeman family regarding the passing of EBONY owner Ulysses Lee "Junior" Bridgeman.
Learning algebra, and so much more, from longtime teacher
Cornelius Lopez is retiring from 60 years of teaching math. He and a colleague crunched the numbers, naturally, and told us at his retirement party at the Vashon Theatre on Saturday that this equates to almost 43,000 classroom hours. I’m pretty sure he spent at least 20,000 of those hours during my own year of learning algebra at McMurray, trying to pound quadratic equations into my skull.
Want Or Need To Retire Early? Tips On How To Pay For It
Delaying retirement has become common for many Americans, either because they saved too little or they just want to continue working because they enjoy it. Others go in the opposite direction. They retire early – sometimes out of choice but often because their health or the economy forces it. While early retirement might sound appealing, it can be a struggle for those who don’t have sufficient income to pay their bills.
VIEWPOINT: Want or Need to Retire Early? Tips on How to Pay For It
Delaying retirement has become common for many Americans, either because they saved too little, or they just want to continue working because they enjoy it. Others go in the opposite direction. They retire early — sometimes out of choice but often because their health or the economy forces it. While early retirement might sound appealing, it can be a struggle for those who don’t have sufficient income to pay their bills.
Did The Pandemic Derail Your Financial Goals? Getting Back On Schedule
By Alan Becker Among the many devastating problems the COVID-19 pandemic caused was this: Plenty of Americans were left fretting about the state of their finances. In a Pew Research Center survey, about half of non-retired adults said the pandemic’s economic impact will make it harder for them to achieve their long-term financial goals. Among those experiencing a financial struggle, 44 percent estimated it would take them three years, maybe more, to get back to where they were before the pandemic.
Want Or Need To Retire Early?
Tips On How To Pay For It Delaying retirement has become common for many Americans, either because they saved too little or they just want to continue working because they enjoy it. Others go in the opposite direction. They retire early – sometimes out of choice but often because their health or the economy forces it. While early retirement might sound appealing, it can be a struggle for those who don’t have sufficient income to pay their bills.
Want or need to retire early? Few tips on how to pay for it
Home | Contact Us | Facebook | Subscribe | Advertise Saturday, March 20, 2021 4:00 AM About Alan Becker Alan Becker is president and CEO of Retirement Solutions Group (www.rsgusa.net) and author of Return on Investment or Reliability of Income? The True Meaning of ROI in Retirement. He is an Investment Adviser Representative, has passed the Series 65 securities exam, and is insurance licensed in multiple states, including Kansas and Missouri. Becker also hosts two radio shows.
Want or Need to Retire Early? Tips on How to Pay For It
By Alan Becker Delaying retirement has become common for many Americans, either because they saved too little or they just want to continue working because they enjoy it. Others go in the opposite direction. They retire early – sometimes out of choice but often because their health or the economy forces it. While early retirement might sound appealing, it can be a struggle for those who don’t have sufficient income to pay their bills.
Want Or Need To Retire Early? Tips On How To Pay For It
Retirement By Alan Becker Delaying retirement has become common for many Americans, either because they saved too little or they just want to continue working because they enjoy it. Others go in the opposite direction. They retire early – sometimes out of choice but often because their health or the economy forces it. While early retirement might sound appealing, it can be a struggle for those who don’t have sufficient income to pay their bills.
Can You Rid Yourself Of 2020’s Financial Stress As We Head Into 2021?
by Glenda C. • Uncategorized • Tags: 2020’s Financial Stress, Alan Becker Can You Rid Yourself Of 2020’s Financial Stress As We Head Into 2021? By Alan Becker 2020 has been a tough year for nearly everyone, and that may be especially true for retirees and those nearing retirement who suddenly are worried about whether their careful planning and years of saving could be upended by events beyond their control.
COLUMN: Can you rid yourself of 2020 financial stress as new year approaches?
2020 has been a tough year for nearly everyone, and that may be especially true for retirees and those nearing retirement who suddenly are worried about whether their careful planning and years of saving could be upended by events beyond their control. After all, retirement is supposed to be a pleasurable and satisfying time when you kick back and enjoy the fruits of all those decades of labor.
Can you rid yourself of 2020’s financial stress heading into 2021?
Home | Contact Us | Facebook | Subscribe | Advertise Saturday, December 19, 2020 4:00 AM About Alan Becker Alan Becker is president and CEO of Retirement Solutions Group (www.rsgusa.net) and author of Return on Investment or Reliability of Income? The True Meaning of ROI in Retirement. He is an Investment Adviser Representative, has passed the Series 65 securities exam, and is insurance licensed in multiple states, including Kansas and Missouri. Becker also hosts two radio shows.
In Retirement, a Do-It-All Adviser Can be Handy
To make sure all your bases are covered — from investments to taxes and a long-term income plan — you may want to work with a dually licensed financial professional. What are two things retirees are fairly certain to be worried about these days? Or maybe that should be three things: life, death and taxes. Because retirees and pre-retirees usually say what they’re most concerned about is outliving their money.
5 Downsides to DIY Financial Planning
Even the savviest investors can fall short in several key ways with their retirement decisions. Resources for do-it-yourself financial planning are plentiful these days. There are websites with retirement calculators, guides and apps you can download and automated algorithm-based investment advisers that will tell you what to buy, hold or sell. But should you go it alone?
Enterprise Florida spotlights state's assets, grows jobs
Enterprise Florida Inc. does not get the credit it deserves for its success in helping diversify Florida's economy and create high-paying jobs. Among some, there is the misconception that our work benefits the 1 percent or the biggest corporations, when in fact our mission is the creation of thousands of jobs each year for people who are decidedly not among the 1 percent.
Pasco approves digital billboards
A 17-year ban on digital billboards in Pasco County has ended. The Pasco County Commission has approved an ordinance to allow an illuminated, multi-image style of billboard advertising. The ordinance allows digital billboards in exchange for fewer static billboards along the county’s highways. Digital billboards will be restricted to the county’s major corridors, including segments of Interstate 75, U.S. 19, State Road 54, State Road 52 and U.S. 41. The unanimous vote, at the Jan.
Filter Out the Financial Noise
Information overload can trip up good decision making. To protect your retirement security, you’ve got to stay focused. The world of finance always has been a busy, noisy place — and right now it’s bordering on cacophony. Besides all the usual financial decisions that need to be made (Buy! Sell! Save! Stocks! Bonds! Annuities!), every event — real or predicted — seems to turn up the volume … and the worry.
What the DOL's Fiduciary Rule Means for Consumers
The new regulations may cause some advisers to leave the game or raise their costs. When the Department of Labor announced the revamped version of its fiduciary rule back in April, all kinds of talking heads—analysts, attorneys and, of course, politicians—were ready to chime in on its pros and cons. There's been a lot of chatter, but not a lot of answers.
Enterprise Florida helps small business
Incoming Florida House of Representatives Speaker Richard Corcoran recently questioned the value of Enterprise Florida. He threatened to strip the agency of taxpayer funding. The Speaker apparently has the misconception that our work benefits the 1 percent or the biggest corporations, when in fact our mission is the creation of thousands of jobs each year for people who are decidedly not among the 1 percent.
Wesley Chapel Boulevard to be six lanes
Pasco County now is on a path to widen County Road 54 — also known as Wesley Chapel Boulevard — to a six-lane divided road. The move comes nearly 15 years after the county proposed widening the road from two lanes to four lanes. The project also will include a multi-use trail on one side and a sidewalk on the other side. No construction start date is announced, but the road’s design is about 90 percent complete. The Pasco County Commission approved a road re-evaluation study on Aug.
Gluten-free café opens in Lutz
A unique, gluten-free café has sprung up in Lutz. Café Liberty & Bistro, 17695 N. Dale Mabry Highway, opened its doors in April, replacing Hattie’s Café and Beanery. Owned by James and Marni Frank, the breakfast and lunch dine-in restaurant features an all-natural menu, where more than 75 percent of offerings can be prepared gluten-free. The menu, and ingredients used, are a far cry from that of a typical breakfast and lunch spot.
Development is heating up in Land O’ Lakes
Recent rezoning applications suggest that Land O’ Lakes is on the radar for new development. Potential projects on tap are a craft brewery, new retail and townhomes —all along a single stretch of Land O’ Lakes Boulevard, north of State Road 54. Each project received a recommendation of approval on Jan. 13, from the Pasco County Planning Commission, a voluntary group that advises the Pasco County Commission, after reviewing recommendations from the county’s planning staff.
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Alan Becker is the Regional Sales Manager for Norsan Media, where he is responsible for business development, community involvement and overall growth of the markets. Norsan Media is the only Hispanic media network offering TV, newspaper, radio, online and other entertainment venues to Hispanics across North Carolina. The opinions expressed here are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Hornets organization.
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