Shoring Up Your Finances in Your 50s:
Your 50s are an exciting and pivotal decade, full of opportunities to supercharge your financial future and set yourself up for a comfortable retirement. With decades of experience behind you, you’re in a unique position to leverage what you’ve learned and make smart moves to build lasting wealth. Whether you're planning to retire early, continue working into your 60s, or pursue new ventures, now is the time to take charge of your finances and ensure you're on track for the future you envision.
Money - Gaining Financial Confidence
As women age, many find themselves reassessing their financial status and goals. Whether it’s due to a change in career, the approach of retirement, or the desire to ensure long-term financial security, building wealth later in life presents a unique set of challenges and opportunities. The key to achieving financial independence and confidence lies in boosting financial literacy, overcoming anxiety, and taking proactive steps to manage and grow your wealth.
@Home - Questions to Ask Yourself Before Selling
Selling your home is a big decision, especially when you've invested time, love, and memories into it. If you're navigating this decision, it's perfectly natural to feel a mix of excitement, nostalgia, and maybe even a little fear. To help guide you, here’s a checklist of critical questions to consider. Whether you’re thinking about downsizing, moving closer to family, or simply ready for a new chapter, these questions can help clarify your decision, both practically and emotionally.
Money - Being the BoM (Bank of Mom)
Being able to support your family can be both a joy and a nightmare. It’s a double-edged sword if you’re seen as having a comfy nest-egg as everyone seems to hit-up the Bank of Mom when they’re low on cash. Maybe you’re covering back-to-school essentials for the grandchildren, paying for school fees, covering the rent, or even providing a guarantee for a mortgage. Whatever the case, supporting adult children (and their children) is increasingly common, but shouldn’t come at the expense of your financial well-being. We’ve pulled together some practical tips on balancing family support with personal financial security.