If you have decided to buy a home to retire to, it is time to act fast and get your mortgage. But wait! Things have changed significantly since the time you may have walked into a bank and gotten a mortgage for your first home. Did you know there are several types of mortgages? Which […]
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The 4th of July is quintessential Americana with backyard BBQs, flip-flops, and spectacular fireworks show. I love to participate in the festivities, but my dog? Not so much. Fireworks were a four-letter word in our household, and while everyone else was enjoying a warm summer evening watching the night sky come alive with sparkles… my […]
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A great portion of senior citizens is quite active online. They are using the internet for a wide variety of tasks. The email and Skype family and friends and use Google and various other search tools for information. In addition, many seniors use the internet for the purchase of medications, clothes, and groceries, etc. The […]
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You’re 62 and have substantial equity in your home to tap into, but may be wondering where to go from here? Once you’ve satisfied the eligibility requirements for a HECM and found a lender that will help set your financial goals into action, it’s time to apply for your loan. We’ve learned how a Home […]
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A mentor helps you see the beauty in your dreams~ As a kid, my greatest source of wisdom was my grandmother. She was a fountain of knowledge, inspiration, and in some instances a healthy dose of tough love. To this day her legacy and words live on in my heart, and I continue to use […]
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According to the Pew Research Center, 71% of web-savvy seniors use the internet on a near-daily basis. Whether for entertainment, social media, or business, technologies like smartphones, and tablets have become commonplace among today’s active adults. Keeping in touch with friends, and loved ones via the internet, or reading digital versions of books, and magazines […]
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Lifelong learning is words which seniors should take to heart. These words mean keeping your body and mind engaged by pursuing new things. This can be knowledge or experience or both. Although you may hesitate at trying something new, at this stage in your life, the rewards of learning a new skill or pursuing your […]
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Have a penchant for academia, or thought you missed your chance to make the honor roll? If you’re finding you have time on your hands, and love learning, what if I said you could make heading back to the class part of daily life? Thanks to university-based retirement communities, the grandkids won’t be the only […]
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