Thinking of Buying Your Dream House in Retirement?
While many of us down-size, others move into the city or to a completely different area (or country). This Washington Post article...
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Welcome to our Blog! Here you will find a selection of handpicked articles and original posts that can help you think about how you want to plan your retirement. You can use the filters below to switch between original 'Posts' and 'Articles' from various categories about all things retirement!
retirementgoat
Dec 9, 20221 min read
Rent Comparison US Cities vs Overseas
Some stark comparisons between US and overseas rental costs. - RetirementGoat
retirementgoat
Dec 9, 20221 min read
Why I Retired to a Small Town and Love It
As someone who lives in a (relatively) small town and loves it, I can certainly relate to this personal account from Travel Awaits. -...
retirementgoat
Dec 9, 20221 min read
This Long-Term Care Home Changed the Way it Operated
Whether it is an issue for yourself or for parents or loved ones, long-term care education is a necessary part of the required...
retirementgoat
Dec 8, 20221 min read
Where is the best place to live for ex-pats in 2022
Good article from the South China Morning Post from Hong Kong. It also mentions a few place not top-of-mind for North Americans such as...
retirementgoat
Dec 7, 20221 min read
Is Paying Off Your Mortgage Before Retirement a Good Idea?
My first answer would usually be "yes, definitely" but this Kiplinger article puts some context around the question where the answer can...
retirementgoat
Dec 7, 20221 min read
This 52-Year-Old Left the US for Portugal
This is a great article and video from CNBC on an American Couple's experience relocating to Portugal with lots of personal perspective...
retirementgoat
Dec 6, 20221 min read
Real estate options to consider when planning your retirement
This is from the realtor site Open Door. While there have been articles posted on most of the alternatives listed here, I like that all...
retirementgoat
Dec 5, 20221 min read
What You Should Know About Reverse Mortgages
Reverse mortgages are a legal and popular financial product in the US, Canada (where the regulations are slightly different) and...
retirementgoat
Dec 4, 20221 min read
Meet the Retirees Who Live on Cruise Ships
The concept would be a dream for many, but for others, not so much. this article from Conde Nast talks about the lifestyle and the costs,...
retirementgoat
Dec 4, 20221 min read
Best Towns and Cities for US Expats to Retire in Southeast Asia
A good travel-oriented article on South Asian options for retirement. A good practice is extended or multiple trips prior to any thought...
retirementgoat
Dec 3, 20221 min read
16 Things We Love and Hate About Living in Portugal
Another great article from 2foodtrippers! This time about their experiences after relocating to Portugal. The Authors capture the...
retirementgoat
Dec 3, 20221 min read
Why Owning Real Estate is a Good Idea in Retirement
Quick read from the Motley Fool. I note that some sources criticize holding too many assets that do not generate income in retirement. -...
retirementgoat
Dec 3, 20221 min read
Cost of Home Care vs Nursing Home
Some interesting points here. Actual costs can vary widely among both options and there are often third (or fourth) alternatives such as...
retirementgoat
Dec 3, 20221 min read
Want to Spend Your Golden Years in Europe?
Mostly I do think about living in Europe, but then think of the other places I won't be and friends and family at home. Interestingly,...
retirementgoat
Dec 2, 20221 min read
Making Hay in Margaritaville
This article from the Financial Post explores the development of a different type of retirement community. Part retirement-community and...
retirementgoat
Dec 2, 20221 min read
Double Fixer-Upper
This is a trend in a number of smaller towns in various European countries to combat de-population. However, while there are lots of...
retirementgoat
Dec 1, 20221 min read
The best countries to retire in
A little more comprehensive and scientific study on the relative merits of various retirement destinations from the World Economic Forum....
retirementgoat
Dec 1, 20221 min read
Home Renovations to Make Before You Retire
I have seen a number of lists on home renovation ideas before retirement. This post is from Hometap, a home equity lender. While we will...
retirementgoat
Nov 30, 20221 min read
9 Safest Places to Retire Abroad for Under $2000 a Month
Not just safe and reasonably priced but pretty darn nice... One of many living abroad articles that can be found on GOBankingRates. -...
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