Don't Outlive Your Money Series Archives - Page 3 of 3

Boomer Divorce: It’ll Cost You!

March 14, 2017 by Linda Vaughn

Retro black and white photo of man and woman sitting with their backs to each other looking sad at their impending Boomer divorce.

“If I’d met Nancy instead of Karen 30 years ago, I wouldn’t be divorced. And I’d definitely have more money.” “Why?” I asked. “Because Nancy and I work as a team. We want to invest in our future. Karen just wanted to spend our money. The more we made, the more she spent. She always … [Read more…]

Will Social Security Be Broke by The Time I’m Ready to Collect?

September 15, 2016 by Linda Vaughn

I had a meal with my friend Ron yesterday. Over baked ziti, I told him I was writing some blog posts about Social Security. OMG. The mere topic made him furious. “Social Security is bankrupting the country. It will be broke by the time I retire. There…Will…Be…N-o-t-h-i-n-g…Left,” he hissed. (It was a little scary.) America is evenly … [Read more…]

Inflation: The Retiree’s Dream Crusher

September 14, 2016 by Linda Vaughn

Author's dad standing on white sandy beach with colorful sailboat parked on sand in background.

My dad retired at 56. Most would say that he’d taken all the right steps to secure his financial future. He’d made a habit of spending less than he earned, owned a beautiful home outright, and had his money in nice “safe” vehicles, like Certificates of Deposit (CDs), money market accounts, and annuities. His … [Read more…]