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Whether you’re ready for it or not, retirement is changing... As lifespans increase and the average age of retirement rises, more and more baby boomers are finding themselves stuck on the treadmill of life...trapped in the endless cycle of work, eat, sleep; work, eat, sleep...as they struggle to pay for rising healthcare costs and save for their nest egg. But if you’ve ever asked yourself, is this all there is, we’re here to tell you no, it’s not. The “new retirement” doesn’t have to mean sacrificing your golden years at the cost of your health and happiness.
Our monthly newsletter, The Savvy Retiree, will help you discover and explore new ways to earn, save, and enrichen your life, so that you can gain the freedom and flexibility to retire the way you want to.
We share secrets, tips, and advice in every issue, delving below the surface to show you not only what the possibilities are…but the nuts-and-bolts you need to know to take advantage of them.
You can find some examples of The Savvy Retiree ’s Tips below.
Whether you’re thinking about remote working or creating a freelance income, or you already have one, there is a world of options available to you. To help you narrow in on a destination, and give you a taste of what the untethered life is all about, we’ve compiled our top five destination recommendations for boomer digital nomads...
I discovered a flexible income that is truly a traveler’s best friend. Imagine opening a program similar to Skype on your laptop. On it, you meet your students through video conference and teach them simple English for about 25 minutes. This is exactly what teaching online looks like...
The thought of moving overseas (and how you’re going to pay for it) can be overwhelming at times. It can even prevent you from taking any action at all. But we’re here to help you get your dream life moving forward. No matter your skill set, no matter what you do now or did in the past, there is an option in that will align with your own skills...
In recent years, YouTube has grown into the go-to source for all manner of video courses and guides. Instructors can monetize their videos by charging a subscription fee or password protecting content for paying customers only.
You don't need to travel to get started as a travel writer. The more I explored my hometown and surrounding areas, the more great stories seemed to jump out at me.
All over the world, people of all ages are turning their backs on the traditional nine-to-five grind and setting off for travel, fun, adventure, and profit...
How you travel is often as important as where you travel. In Europe, where stunning medieval cities are linked by meandering roads with plenty to see, your mode of transport can play a huge factor in your enjoyment of the experience. With idyllic villages, mountain passers, and scenic coastal drives dotted throughout the continent...
Creating a Tour is Your Ticket to Fun and Profit. I love the freedom that self-employment gives. If I feel something is right, I do it. If I feel it is wrong, I don’t do it. And I can take a break whenever I need one.” For Amanda Courtney, a New Hampshire native, the only thing that rivals the taste of freedom is the taste of fine Italian wine...
As a travel videographer, you’ll journey to exotic locations, experience dream vacations, and stay in five-star hotels… free of charge…in fact, you’ll be paid handsomely to do it. It’s quite nice to come home from your vacations with more money in your pocket than you left with...
A question we’re often asked is “Are there enough house sitting opportunities to go around?” The answer is a resounding yes. We now have so many requests for repeat sits and referrals that we have to turn some of them down. And since we can’t clone ourselves, here are our top tips on how to become a top-rated housesitter...