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People write for different reasons. I write because if I didn't, I think I might burst with stored up passion for life events past and those up ahead and around the corner. We're living in a most

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Personal Finance > Retirement Part-time work after retirement: 2 of 34
Great opportunities for part-time work after retirement really do exist! You might be surprised to know that many retirees are starting their own businesses and choosing their own hours of work. More than a few retirees are establishing online businesses that reflect their interests and passions. People work most of their li... More..
Personal Finance > Health Insurance How to handle a health insurance claim dispute: 1 of 9
Today, the majority of doctor office claims are filed on behalf of the patient by the doctor's office and the same is true for hospitals. Paper claims have been replaced by electronic claims and whatever information is entered on the medical bill is the information that is sent to the insurance providers. If you name was spe... More..
Personal Finance > Retirement How to cut housing costs as a retiree: 1 of 8
In the current climate of economic uncertainty, retirees are looking to cut every corner we can find and housing is at the top of our list. If your home is paid for, you're way ahead of the pack, but you still worry about the cost of electricity and heating your home. Over the long term, we can expect energy costs to rise. A... More..
Personal Finance > Personal Finance (Other) Fast and easy ways to make extra money: 5 of 38
Creating multiple streams of income has always been a practical idea. Fast and easy puts a new spin on some old ideas like cleaning out the attic and closets for a garage sale. No one knows what treasures lurk in our basements and attics but the way to fast and easy money is putting it up for sale. If you need help enlist yo... More..
Personal Finance > Smart Spending How to fight high energy bills in the summer: 15 of 103
My climate is perfect; perfect for high-energy bills in the summer, that is. I fight fair, however, fighting high-energy bills in both summer and winter. It seems I found a climate that is balanced with brutally cold winters and insufferably hot summers. In my high-energy summer bills, I like to start making the easy changes... More..
Personal Finance > Smart Spending Is retail outlet shopping worth it?: 2 of 12
Retail outlet shopping is worth it, only if you want to save money. The great thing about retail outlets is that they are also present on the Internet if you choose to shop in the comfort of your home. For extra value deals, check the clearance products within the outlet stores. If you shop at an outlet store, are you gettin... More..
Personal Finance > Retirement Deciding when to start Social Security: 3 of 15
Deciding when to start receiving Social Security benefits is a choice that involves life events, retirement savings, and a host of other considerations that enter into the overall picture of what retirement looks like. Naturally, all expenses are considered and weighed against the amount of money that is to be received from ... More..
Personal Finance > Retirement All about retirement coaching: 1 of 5
Retirement coaching provides a snapshot of what retirement will look like for the retiree. Ideally, retirement is at least ten years away when the client first consults with his retirement coach, but both pre and post retirement consulting are available. Retirement coaching is a relatively new profession coming into its own ... More..
Personal Finance > Real Estate Five things you should know before buying a house: 35 of 144
Five things will keep you emotionally stable and less likely to buy on impulse before you buy a house. Five things take the emotional strain out of home buying so you can concentrate on the other elements of finding the right home. The biggest gamble in home buying is the cost and overall expense that goes with new home owne... More..
Personal Finance > Health Insurance Health insurance claims: Resolving a dispute in your favor can be simple: 2 of 8
Settling an insurance claim dispute can be easier than you think especially if your claim was filed directly by your doctor's office. The reason for this is that many of the errors that find their way to your insurance claim come from the data that is entered in your file or on the medical billing document at the doctor's of... More..