Retire Right: The simple solution is not always the best solution

I recently spoke to a financial advisor about a client’s retirement plan that I wanted to share with you. The situation is such that the client is getting ready to retire and he was looking at ways to reduce his expenses to ensure that his retirement income and his retirement accounts would be setup in a way that he would be able to meet all his financial obligations and still be able to have some fun in retirement.

The new reverse mortgage – Part 2

The new reverse mortgage – Part 2

Colorado is one of the fastest aging states in the country and Boulder County is also rapidly aging. Reverse mortgages are becoming more popular as baby boomers retire and want to maintain their standard of living. The reverse mortgage is a financial tool, which has...
The new reverse mortgage Part 1

The new reverse mortgage Part 1

The upcoming Aging at Altitude Expo will be held at the Boulder Jewish Community Center on April 23. One of the sessions at the conference will explain reverse mortgages as a financial tool for those who are 62 years of age and over.

Wondering if you’re too old to buy a home?

Wondering if you’re too old to buy a home?

There are certainly few things in life we’re too old to do, like playing in the NFL. However, when it comes to buying a home, you’re never too old. In fact, the National Association of Realtors® (NAR) says that about 25% of first-time homebuyers are over 52 years of age

Time to downsize? Signs to help you decide

Time to downsize? Signs to help you decide

Downsizing is almost inevitable for most of us. Just like the home-preferences of single adults are different from those of families with young children, so are the home needs and wants of retirees.

Multigenerational living is here to stay, according to recent study

Multigenerational living is here to stay, according to recent study

The number of Americans living in a household with three or more generations increased nearly threefold over the past decade, according to a recently released study from Generations United, Family Matters: Multigenerational Living is on the Rise and Here to Stay.

Baby Boomers move on hot seller’s market

Baby Boomers move on hot seller’s market

If there’s one group poised to sell their home, it’s the boomer generation – those aged 57 to 75 years old. And in today’s hot market and high prices, this group is cashing in.

Coronavirus, Senior Housing and Accessory Dwelling Units

Coronavirus, Senior Housing and Accessory Dwelling Units

Across the nation, senior housing facilities, from independent living to memory care, have been hit hard by the coronavirus. As a result, many families are choosing to bring their elderly loved ones into their home.

Innovation in Boulder senior living: Take a ride on the pedicab

Innovation in Boulder senior living: Take a ride on the pedicab

October 2019 marks the one year anniversary that my pedicab made its debut at Brookdale North Boulder. The idea came from a medical student in Amsterdam who was giving pedicab rides to seniors, and I thought it would be wonderful if I could do the same. I