If you’re taking a look at your expenses as you retire, saving money where you can has a lot of appeal. One long-standing, popular way to do that is by downsizing to a smaller home. When you think about cutting down on your spending, odds are you think of frequent purchases, like groceries and ... » Learn More about The Benefits of Downsizing When You Retire
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Getting Made Up by Judee Jo
My assistant and I were in a planning session for my Moving Forward with Rachel series when a text came through from a friend: we had to meet the fabulous Judee Jo. A 25 year veteran of the beauty industry, Judee Jo Georgeles is a lifelong artist whose studio, Judee Jo Beauty, recently ... » Learn More about Getting Made Up by Judee Jo
Retiring Soon? Why Moving Might Be the Perfect Next Step
If you’re thinking about retirement or have already retired this year, it’s a good time to consider if your current house is still a good fit for the next chapter in your life. Fortunately, you may be in a better position to make a move than you realize. Here are a few things to think about as ... » Learn More about Retiring Soon? Why Moving Might Be the Perfect Next Step
Get Ready for Smaller, More Affordable Homes
Have you been trying to buy a home, but higher mortgage rates and home prices are limiting your options? If so, here’s some good news – based on what Ali Wolf, Chief Economist at Zonda, has to say – smaller, more affordable homes are on the way: “Buyers should expect that over the next 12 to 24 ... » Learn More about Get Ready for Smaller, More Affordable Homes
Why Buying a Vacation Home Beats Renting One This Summer
For many of us, visiting the same vacation spot every year is a summer tradition that’s fun, relaxing, and restful. If that sounds like you, now’s the time to think about your plans and determine if buying a vacation home this year makes more sense than renting one again. According to Forbes: “. . . ... » Learn More about Why Buying a Vacation Home Beats Renting One This Summer
