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The number of baby boomers and Generation X who plan to work past age 70—or forever—is stunning | MarketWatch
‘Retirement risks faced by workers are greater than ever before’ Last Updated: Oct. 15, 2022 at 6:26 p.m. ET First Published: Oct. 12, 2022 at 11:32 a.m. ET By Jessica Hall Almost half of baby boomers and more than one-third of Generation X expect to work past age 70 or do not plan to retire…
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12 ways to make your retirement better for the planet – MarketWatch
From where you live to how you spend, small things can make a difference. By Steve Vernon and Harry Moody, July 1, 2022, Updated July 2, 2022 Today’s preretirees and retirees face several financial challenges in addition to concerns about the world we leave our children and grandchildren, as described in the first part of…
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I’m the chief economist of Redfin. 5 things to know about the housing market now | MarketWatch
Predictions on home prices, mortgage rates and more By Alisa Wolfson, Updated: May 31, 2022 at 10:23 a.m. ET Peak home-buying season is in full swing, and many aspiring buyers are wondering: What should I know about the housing market if I want to buy? After all, interest rates have been rising, with some pros…
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10 Things Retirement Communities Won’t Tell You | Next Avenue
From hidden fees to whether there’s a doctor in the house, do your research By Elizabeth O’Brien and MarketWatch (This article appeared previously on MarketWatch.com.) These are 10 things retirement communities won’t tell you. If you’re looking for one, be sure you know about them. 1. You’ll need a Ph.D. to tell us apart. Active-adult…
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The Villages is a retirement ‘paradise’ — so why is that a problem? – MarketWatch
More older adults realize that intergenerational connections are not just valuable for them but for their communities and country. By Paul Irving, Last Updated: Sept. 25, 2021 at 8:17 a.m. ET, First Published: Sept. 21, 2021 at 4:58 a.m. ET This article is reprinted by permission from NextAvenue.org. The Villages, a master-planned retirement community in…