Retirement
Is Your Aging Parent’s Home Safe?
Use This Home Safety Checklist As our parents continue to age, it’s up to us to make sure they are safe in their own homes. Beyond just a clean and tidy living space, there are many potential hazards that seniors face when it comes to their plumbing, heating/cooling systems, and electrical. Many times, seniors in…
Read MoreHome Equity Options for Seniors in Retirement
Financial hardship is a challenge at any age. But when you are nearing retirement and abruptly lose your job, have an unforeseen expense, or simply trying to survive post-COVID and the financial uncertainty of banks closing, inflation, and the potential of sliding into a recession, it’s never been a better time to learn more about…
Read MoreWhat Does My Health Have to Do with My House?
What Seniors must consider that have health challenges. Everyone knows growing old isn’t for the weak at heart. We all have our health challenges. Some are bigger than others, but they exist for most. We wake up one day and discover that the place where we reside, raised children, celebrate birthdays and graduations, and held…
Read More5 Factors That May Affect Your Retirement Age
Retirement is a huge life decision. Few things in life are as personal a decision as when to retire. The perfect retirement age is different for everyone, and there are a multitude of factors to consider when making the decision. It’s not just about when you want to stop working, but also about whether you’re…
Read MoreIs Assisted Living the Right Choice for Your Retirement?
Evaluating Your Retirement Living Options As we age, many of us come to a point where we must evaluate where we want to spend our retirement years. There are many factors to consider, such as our health, finances, and social life, and with many options available, it can be difficult to decide what is best…
Read MoreDear Alabama Seniors, We Want to Help
How Simple Reverse is helping Seniors navigate financial hardships in retirement. The seniors in Alabama are on record for being among the nation’s hardest-working people in the United States. We know this to be true because we are also from Alabama and believe that putting in a hard day’s work is a moral imperative. The…
Read MoreUnderstanding Medicare Coverage: What is Best For You
Medicare is a federal health insurance program for U.S. citizens age 65 and over. Navigating the ABCDs of Medicare coverage can be overwhelming for seniors. From Medicare A (also known as original Medicare) to Medicare B, C and D, it’s easy to quickly become overwhelmed by choices. But understanding each part of coverage is essential…
Read MoreWhat to Do if You Need to Pay Off Your Parents’ Reverse Mortgage Loan
If your parents have taken out a reverse mortgage, you may be wondering what happens if something happens to them and the loan comes due. The good news is that adult children can take action to pay off their parent’s reverse mortgage loan. This blog post will explain the different ways you can help your…
Read More5 Ways to Prepare for a Smooth Transition to Retirement
Retirement is an amazing time in your life. You finally have the opportunity to focus on your hobbies, your relationships, and your personal health. But before you can enjoy your retirement to the fullest, there are a few things you need to take care of first. It’s never too early to start planning. In fact,…
Read MoreWatch Out for These Holiday Scams Against Senior Citizens
It’s the most wonderful time of the year—the holidays are a time for family, friends and, unfortunately, scammers. That’s right, just when you thought you could relax and enjoy some eggnog by the fire, scams pop up left and right like reindeer on rooftops. And people over the age of 65 are especially vulnerable to…
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