My Retirement Blog
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How to Get the Best Savings Rates to Fund Your Retirement
The following is a post on behalf of Money Supermarket. Americans know that they will have to fund a large part of their retirement if they wish to live the lifestyle that they have become accustomed to. Many people are now checking for the best savings accounts at moneysupermarket and other such websites in order…
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TV Show Looking for Retired Families in Need
I was contacted by Remake America, a new docuseries from the same producers as The Biggest Loser who are looking for families in need. They will be covering issues such as foreclosure, education, unemployment, debt, adoption, retirement, health insurance, etc. They are hoping that some of the readers of this blog might want to be…
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Credit Cards and Retirement Planning
With the holiday season upon us many people are running up debt putting their holiday purchases on their credit cards. Running up credit card debt could be hazardous to your retirement plans. If you’re struggling to decide whether to contribute funds to your retirement or pay down your credit card debt, I have some advice.…
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HostGator Black Friday Sale
I know this isn’t related to retirement but it is a great deal that can save you a lot of money and make me some money. HostGator is offering 50% off their hosting services for Black Friday! The website will show the discounted rates, you do not need to enter a coupon code. The promotion…
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Retirement Planning Software
There are lots of free retirement calculators available on the web. These can be interesting but when you are planning for your retirement they are of limited use. They often give ballpark figures and point you to their company’s financial advisers. Retirement planning software gives you the ability to make a more comprehensive plan. The…
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Retirement, Saving and the Base Rate
By the time we retire, we (should) all aim to have enough money set aside to ensure a comfortable standard of living in our latter years. The way we do that can differ: some people put their trust in pensions; others in property; others in stocks and shares; still others in a combination of investments.…
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Book Review: The Vigilant Investor
I received a free copy of the book, The Vigilant Investor: A Former SEC Enforcer Reveals How to Fraud-Proof Your Investments to review. With all the financial fraud in the news the past few years it seemed like this book could be a good resource. The author,Pat Huddleston, is a former SEC enforcer and founder…
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The Road to Successful Retirement
The following is a guest post by Lisa @ Wallet Watcher, a personal finance blog providing budgeting and saving tips to help you keep more money in your wallet. Normally, saving for retirement is all about having enough money – but what about planning to live frugally when that time comes? Maintaining the thought that…
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Book Review: Joy Compass
I am calling this a book review but Joy Compass is actually more than a book. It is also a website community. Joy Compass is an interactive book to help you plan an active, fulfilling life following full-time employment. This life can include work, volunteering, travel, learning and anything else your heart desires. Their program…
Got any book recommendations?