Retiring in Thailand is something I have been planning for ever since I can remember. From my first visit to Bangkok in 1973, to my last trip to Khon Kaen 3 months ago, I constantly think and plan for my retirement in the Land of Smiles.
Concerned You Will Not Retire In Comfort?
Traditionally people have considered their retirement 401Ks and IRAs to be like safety nets rather than wealth builders. However, with the self directed IRA, you need not be satisfied with growth rates in the single digits. It is possible to realize phenomenal growth potential…
10 Steps To Save Your Retirement
Many of the brightest and hardest-working marketing and advertising people in the country are obsessed with getting you to spend money and, if necessary, to go into debt to do so. Absolutely all the media that reach you every day are designed to get you to spend money. In order to save money in this environment, you will need determination to withstand the constant pressures to spend now.
What is it that separates those who are successful from those who are not?
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Stop Living Paycheck to Paycheck
Caught in a paycheck to paycheck cycle. Learn how to save money and stop living check to check.
One Less Furrowed Brow For 401k Plan Sponsors
There was a sneak preview of the Dept of Labor’s preliminary guidance on setting up 401k default investment options. These situations occur when 401k participants fail to select an investment option for their 401k contributions or a 401k default fund is used in 401k plans with automatic enrollment features.
Currently, 401k plan sponsors are rethinking their default fund decisions because they are concerned about the risk associated with their fiduciary responsibility and a…
Nine Ways to Exit Your Company
As many of you may remember, singer Paul Simon said there are 50 ways to leave a lover. If you are a business owner thinking about how to leave your business you have nine options to consider. This article contains a brief summary of the pros and cons of these options.
Retirement Plans for Solo Entrepreneurs
Saving for retirement is even more important for solo-entrepreneurs because you dont have a company sponsored pension plan or matching 401K contributions to rely on. There are many retirement plans available to self employed individuals and small businesses. Which one is right for you?
Where To Live When You Retire?
Among the many considerations you will have to take into account when pondering the question of retirement, selecting your location may be the most important. For many people, retirement will not be a static existence- the circumstances of life will probably mean that there will be several changes to your lifestyle and needs after you leave the work force. Most retirees will begin with a degree of freedom that they have never before possessed, with many options in terms of tr…
Pursuing Your Post-Retirement Passions Online
Ten years ago, computer literacy was an issue with older Americans. My father was insistent that one of those machines would never be seen near his desk. So we bought him one for Christmas and let the instruction manual drag him in. Now he paints with it.
Ten Ways To Finding Your True Identity In Retirement
There are definite benefits to having an identity in life. By knowing your identity, you are better able to accomplish your goals, whatever they may be. Well, this is especially true during your retirement years. By knowing who you are and what you need to accomplish in life, you’ll gain a sense of confidence and pride, and your life will have precise meaning. You won’t feel as though you are living an unfulfilled life. In this brief article, we’ll discuss 10 ways to find you…
Ten Ways To Find Your Purpose And Meaning In Retirement
As you may know, people react differently to retirement. For some folks, it is the best time of their lives, a time for adventure, fun and excitement. A time when they can kick up their heels, relax, and enjoy the free time on their hands. For others, retirement is a period of boredom and insecurity. This is because they arent used to the flexible schedule and miss meeting and socializing with others in work related activities. They also miss the predictability of their days…
Ten Ways To Use Your Strengths, Gifts, Talents And Abilities In Retirement
Ive got to be honest with you, the greatest human failing is not being able to judge your own personal strengths, gifts, talents and abilities. In fact, if youre like most folks, you spend way too much time identifying your weaknesses and spending all your time trying to overcome these imperfections. This is very detrimental to our spirit and totally takes away from your strengths and talents. If youve been doing this all your life, now is the time to stop! Being a success…