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This is a group for those of us that find ourselves reaching retirement without buckets of cash for high living and limited or non-existant medical coverage. Many of us may have been self employed much of our lives. Most of us will have lived pretty frugally just to get here...and when we spend money, it is for what we know we want. But we have fun and manage to have a good life, too!

Time for a Game

This is a two-word game. I post a two word phrase like: pumpkin pie and you can replace either word apple pie and the next person does the same...GO! | posted by HippyGirl52

2795 replies - last reply: "celestial map " ~ Hollycollie

Story on couples timing in retirement

Hi, I am working on a story about how couples decide on their timetables for retirement and would appreciate being able to interview you. Particularly if you and your spouse had different ideas I w... | posted by kahhughes

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The 4% rule

A link to an interesting article on whether or not with the state of the markets today that discusses whether or not the 4% withdrawal rule in retirement is still valid. view link Any thoughts? | posted by Laraine

4 replies - last reply: "I'm not planning on taking anything... more" ~ Laraine

Good Morning - Squeakers!

I just wanted to stop by and say good morning to everyone... I am working today and have to get going. What are you up to today? | posted by HippyGirl52

6 replies - last reply: "It looks like rain today so we'll go... more" ~ Laraine

Good Morning, Squeakers!

Today's topic is about how you show someone that you love them without spending money... Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. Figure out how you are going to show your loved ones how much... | posted by HippyGirl52

4 replies - last reply: "My friend and I have an anniversary... more" ~ HippyGirl52

Do you still read for entertainment?

What are you reading?? Don't care if it is a book, magazine or blog - what is it that you get your kicks reading!?! Any good RSS feeds you subscribe to?? I am reading a book called "Smokin' Sev... | posted by HippyGirl52

19 replies - last reply: "I hear that the Christian Science... more" ~ HippyGirl52

Good Morning - Squeakers!

Today - I am going to tell you about my latest venture...I am about to retire and trying to buy a new car. I have looked at Honda CR-Vs and Subaru Foresters and I still haven't settled on the bes... | posted by HippyGirl52

8 replies - last reply: "Enjoy your new Subaru. " ~ Laraine

Good Morning - Squeakers!

I read an article on Ten Habits to Keep You Out of Trouble in Psychology Today. view link One of the messages is about tracking spending and being financially accountable... "5) Track your sp... | posted by HippyGirl52

1 reply - last reply: "I started out as a babysitter when I... more" ~ Fshn2B

Petition to AARP: Help Us End SS Garnishment

Please consider signing this petition in support of asking AARP to recognize that student loans are an issue impacting even their constituents. If you're doubtful that people 50+ are being harmed b... | posted by denimac

9 replies - last reply: "Petition Update: It's come to our... more" ~ denimac

Good Morning, Squeakers!

I used to post one of these messages everyday to get people up and at 'em...thinking about saving time and money. Today's topic is about low or no cost ways to entertain yourself... My parents in... | posted by HippyGirl52

6 replies - last reply: "On nice days I take a bike ride... more" ~ Christalsea

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