Although most of us consider retirement to be a time in our lives defined by not working, these days it’s increasingly common for retirement to include some element of paid employment. Whether retirement careers are a way to branch into a new field, a way to supplement your income, or simply a matter...

If volunteering is something you’d like to start doing post career, there are a few tips that can help you identify the ideal volunteer opportunity for yourself. You’ll want to think about what you want to do and where you might want to volunteer in that capacity. In addition, think about the time...

Resourcefulness and retirement are often synonymous. When you’re focused on figuring out your retirement goals and how to accomplish them, learning to be resourceful can come in handy. It’s not as useful if you simply have ideas, but no tools to bring them to life. To be resourceful, determine who...

What’s your goal for retirement? Whether you’ve figured out the shape of your retirement plans already, or still conceive of retirement as a vague concept, there are some things you should think about to help you prepare for retired life. In particular, don’t forget to think about some of the practical...

Although many Americans prepare for retirement by setting aside funds in a 401(k) or similar account, even those who thought they had plenty of money set aside found themselves off guard when the recent stock market crises and recession took a toll on their investments. Consequently, more than a few...