Many people in their 50s and 60s who’ve worked for someone else their entire careers start thinking they’d rather be their own boss. Maybe you realize you can earn more as a consultant. Or you want flexible hours to care for family members. Or you’d l… Continue reading
Maybe you’re intrigued by the thought of having your body scientifically frozen when you die, on the chance you’ll be revived one day (cryonics). But the thought of having no ready access to funds when you’re thawed would have your head spinning like a… Continue reading
You can launch a deeply rewarding career whatever your age. This is true even if you work fewer hours than you once did, saving plenty of time for the rest of your life. Today, in my 70s, I’m deeply engaged in my varied career as a leadership coach, wh… Continue reading
If you’re an expert in some field, there’s a chance you and your plus one (if you have one) could take a cruise vacation for pennies on the dollar. This is particularly true if you know a cruise port destination inside and out. These are temporary posi… Continue reading
(An update on the following Next Avenue story, which appeared in March 2019) On June 3, 2019, Sen. Bob Casey (D-Pa.) and Sen. Pat Toomey (R-Pa.) released a report called Families’ and Residents’ Right to Know: Uncovering Poor Care in America’s Nursing … Continue reading
(This article is based on the new book, Boomer Brands: Iconic Brands that Shaped Our Childhood, by Barry Silverstein, published by GuideWords Publishing.) If you’re a boomer, do you have fond memories of the Saturday morning TV shows that entertained y… Continue reading
When I think about why I decided to build a boutique residential community with a fully curated communal farm on the coast of Ecuador, the answer is simple: I love food. I have always believed in the power of food to bring people and family together, … Continue reading
Tax time is always taxing, but this year that’s especially true. That’s because many of the tax changes from the big 2017 tax law are showing up for 2018 tax returns. So you may be losing some write-offs you’ve taken in the past, you may be eligible fo… Continue reading
Are you looking for a second act in a growth field? Consider the longevity market — services and products targeting people over 50. The opportunity is enormous. According to AARP, the economic activity of Americans 50+ is the equivalent of the third la… Continue reading
Family-run firms comprise some 90 percent of business enterprises in the U.S. and about two-thirds of employment. So what happens with family businesses matters greatly to the economy and society. That’s why it’s important to highlight how the demograp… Continue reading