We all want to retire eventually, but being retired is not devoid of financial worries and concerns. Retirement requires planning like reading these retirement tips and saving to set yourself for the future. What’s alarming is that roughly 66% of Americans worry about if they will ever be able to save up enough money to fund their retirement. Unfortunately, too many people push off saving for their retirement life event until it is too late. The good thing is, even if you are already in your … [Read more...]
Retirement is a New Beginning
March 13, 2018 by
Many women have mixed feelings about retirement. For some, it’s the promise of a life of leisure that keeps them going, the goal towards which they aspire. For others, it can feel like the end of their useful life, particularly if they’ve had a career that was a passion or vocation around which the rest of their day revolved. However you view the prospect of retirement, there are steps you can take to ensure it is the beginning of a new chapter in your life rather than the closing of a book, and … [Read more...]
How to plan for your retirement
December 13, 2017 by
In life, it is always best to plan ahead. Otherwise, you could get caught out by the twists and turns that invariably occur along the way. Forward thinking is especially important when it comes to your financial future. If you are going to enjoy your retirement, it is vital that you start your preparations as soon as possible. You need to control your spending habits, manage your finances, and keep your eyes peeled for lucrative investment opportunities. One thing you should consider is your … [Read more...]
What to Look Forward to as You Grow Older
October 25, 2017 by
While for many, the advance of age can be something to shock and scare, it is really all a matter of perspective. Getting older doesn’t have to be a miserable experience - in fact, having a miserable attitude about it will only increase the chances that it becomes so. A self-fulfilling prophecy, if you will. Your attitude can really make all the difference, and if you look on the bright side and remind yourself of the positive aspects of growing older continually, you’re going to enjoy the whole … [Read more...]
Do You Need to Do More to Save for Your Future?
July 27, 2017 by
One of the biggest points of stress for most people, financial struggles and considerations can be an uncomfortable, difficult and even frightening situation. All too many people know first-hand what it feels like to be short on cash, not be able to make ends meet, or lack the money to take care of an emergency situation. The financial situation of the average person is truly horrifying: most people do not have money saved for future expenses. This means that when tragedy strikes or an … [Read more...]
MAY = Older Americans Month, Women Take Action!
April 27, 2013 by
May is designated as national Older Americans Month to encourage support for America's seniors. However, the challenges of aging are more pronounced for women. Compared with men, older women (age 65 and over) are more likely to be widowed or living alone, spend more years requiring long term care services and are more likely to live in poverty. "We are proud to be working in partnership with the Women's Institute for a Secure Retirement (WISER) to help women better plan for their … [Read more...]
Bachelet celebrates Gratitude & Salutations, on her “stellar legacy.”
March 19, 2013 by
SECRETARY-GENERAL PRAISES ‘VISIONARY’ LEADERSHIP OF MICHELLE BACHELET, FOLLOWING ANNOUNCEMENT BY UN-WOMEN CHIEF OF DEPARTURE The following is UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon’s statement on the announcement by Michelle Bachelet of her departure as Executive Director of the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN-Women): "Ms. Michelle Bachelet has informed me of her intention to step down as Executive Director of UN-Women. I would like to … [Read more...]
