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The Best Way For Newbies To Invest For Retirement

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We all know it’s important to save money for the future. But many people are afraid to invest. It looks complicated, and they don’t…

Andrew Hallam

The Stock Market Secret That Retirees Need To Know

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One of my good friends sold her house last year in California. The 69-year old plans to fund her retirement with the proceeds. After paying off…

Andrew Hallam

When The 4% Rule Might Not Work

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How much money can you sell each year during retirement? That might depend on how long you’re retired. It certainly depends on the investment fees…

Andrew Hallam

Why Retirees and Millennials Face a Tug of War

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My father wasn’t a drill sergeant. But when I was a kid, and things didn’t go my way, he would tell me to “toughen…

Andrew Hallam

How A Stock Market Crash Could Accelerate Your FIRE

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Nathalie Legrée is a great saver. Motivated by the FIRE movement, she wants to gain Financial Independence and Retire Early.  The 33-year old teacher joins a…

Andrew Hallam

How Much Money Do You Need To Retire?

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My wife and I are homeless. That doesn’t mean we live under bridges or dig food out of garbage bins. Instead, for the past four…

Andrew Hallam

Why Plenty Of People Like Retirement In Belize

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For years, I’ve known that Belize is a popular retirement destination for plenty of expats. But when I first drove into the country, I couldn’…

Andrew Hallam

Should A Lifetime Annuity Be Part Of Your Retirement?

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Plenty of retired people ask, “Should I buy a low-cost lifetime annuity through Vanguard?” I explore the pros and cons. Image By Pixabay Find Out More…

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Is It Too Dangerous To Retire In Mexico?

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“Plenty of people ask me if it’s safe to retire in Mexico,” says J.E. Jack. “I tell them I get kidnapped twice a week…

Andrew Hallam

What Will Happen To Your Money After You Retire?

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Billy and Akaisha Kaderli are in inspiring couple that retired when they were just 38 years old. I wrote this story about their money…sort of.…

Andrew Hallam