Retirement becomes truly rewarding when you have two key components: a solid financial foundation and a clear sense of purpose. Making wise investment decisions is crucial to achieving strong returns and enjoying a secure retirement.
Rising costs have impacted my original plan to retire at 62, work part-time, and grow my savings. I can't help but wonder if those who navigated the 2008 financial crisis had an easier time compared to the challenges I’m currently facing. Market volatility, combined with a lower income, has me concerned about having enough for a comfortable retirement.
You’re absolutely correct-financial advisors have access to strategies and opportunities that aren’t always available to the general public. I earned £560k in 2022 with guidance from my fiduciary advisor. Am I cashing out? Definitely not. I’m taking a step back to watch how the market evolves.
Thank you for the recommendation. I did some research on Rebecca Lynne Buie, and fortunately, I found her details. My goal is to retire in five years, and I’m hoping her expertise can help me make that a reality.
This was a fun video. I'm a few years from retiring, but my husband is retiring next week. He's wanting to take up fly fishing. I'm becoming a planner person. There are so many choices! Thanks for sharing your journey.
My planner and computer are my necessities. I love being able to do my banking online and seeing all my accounts daily. My planner is my personal assistant. I use it for personal appointments and for my monthly expenses. I like all your ideas!
Melinda, how funny that your hobby is "planners, journals, pens, etc". I think my hobby is budgeting! When I thought about it while watching your video, I realized that I LOVE budgeting. I budget at least 3-6 months in advance. I just LOVE it. I like to see where I am going. Maybe, I see it as security. It is fun for me! Just this morning I knew my electric bill was dropping, so I got to my desk early to be able to see what is was for last month. It dropped over $50 from last month. That thrills me! I know....weird. I just love saving money. It helps me believe that we will make it through retirement (3 years/3 months and counting) with no investments. Any way....love your channel. See you soon!
You canpri t off the passport application at home,gather all your documents. Then make an appt at the post office which includes a photo, it costs a few $ more but saves a trip. It was actually quite easy.
Melinda, We got a passport several years ago at the post office. I think it has to be a larger post office that does them. It cost us about $250 each, and it took about 6 weeks to get it. I think they are good for 10 years. I am enjoying your channel. I love planners too.
Passport: its through the Post Office. There will be one or two Post Offices in your city where you can go and get the application. Very limited hours.
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Retirement becomes truly rewarding when you have two key components: a solid financial foundation and a clear sense of purpose. Making wise investment decisions is crucial to achieving strong returns and enjoying a secure retirement.
Rising costs have impacted my original plan to retire at 62, work part-time, and grow my savings. I can't help but wonder if those who navigated the 2008 financial crisis had an easier time compared to the challenges I’m currently facing. Market volatility, combined with a lower income, has me concerned about having enough for a comfortable retirement.
You’re absolutely correct-financial advisors have access to strategies and opportunities that aren’t always available to the general public. I earned £560k in 2022 with guidance from my fiduciary advisor. Am I cashing out? Definitely not. I’m taking a step back to watch how the market evolves.
How can I find a trusted financial planner like yours?
Thank you for the recommendation. I did some research on Rebecca Lynne Buie, and fortunately, I found her details. My goal is to retire in five years, and I’m hoping her expertise can help me make that a reality.
This was a fun video. I'm a few years from retiring, but my husband is retiring next week. He's wanting to take up fly fishing. I'm becoming a planner person. There are so many choices! Thanks for sharing your journey.
@@lisalear1278 There are so many TH-camrs with planner channels it’s so fun!
Love your videos. Passports are easy worth it. I renewed my passport online. Super easy!
@@cassprice7460 I probably have to get an original passport and then I could renew. Thanks for watching!
Great video! Great tips! Thanks for sharing work areas, love it!
OMG - someone with as many planners as me. I had no idea there were others out there - LOL.
@@BBenoist LOVE planners and trying not to but any more!
My planner and computer are my necessities. I love being able to do my banking online and seeing all my accounts daily. My planner is my personal assistant. I use it for personal appointments and for my monthly expenses. I like all your ideas!
@@stephanieporter6836 We are soul sisters😂
Melinda, how funny that your hobby is "planners, journals, pens, etc". I think my hobby is budgeting! When I thought about it while watching your video, I realized that I LOVE budgeting. I budget at least 3-6 months in advance. I just LOVE it. I like to see where I am going. Maybe, I see it as security. It is fun for me! Just this morning I knew my electric bill was dropping, so I got to my desk early to be able to see what is was for last month. It dropped over $50 from last month. That thrills me! I know....weird. I just love saving money. It helps me believe that we will make it through retirement (3 years/3 months and counting) with no investments. Any way....love your channel. See you soon!
It is SO nice to have people who enjoy budgeting! You sound like you have such a wonderful perspective.
My 70 year old parents have no computer and no cell phone. Only a land line and they are doing just fine. Lol❤
@@nagarcia76 I am very glad for them.
I love and have been budgeting digitally for the last 5 years. I love budgeting, it has helped us become debt free, including paying off the house.
@@PenniP I never thought I would actually like it and was scared to do it🤦🏼♀️ I just always knew when I ran out I was done.
You canpri t off the passport application at home,gather all your documents. Then make an appt at the post office which includes a photo, it costs a few $ more but saves a trip. It was actually quite easy.
@@Voorhell Thank you so much! This is helpful.
Melinda,
We got a passport several years ago at the post office. I think it has to be a larger post office that does them. It cost us about $250 each, and it took about 6 weeks to get it. I think they are good for 10 years.
I am enjoying your channel. I love planners too.
@@laurawall1637 Thank you so much! I thought it was the post office.
Passport: its through the Post Office. There will be one or two Post Offices in your city where you can go and get the application. Very limited hours.
@@timp2663 Thank you!
The handles on your bag are adjustable; you should be able to make them long enough for your elbow to fit through ;)
@@michellem8284 Thanks!😂 It’s kind of a crappy bag and hard to carry. I like a backpack I can sling over my shoulder.
Everyone needs a good basic tool kit
@@altonclark4016 That’s very true!
I covet a Frye tote or carryall.
@@leisure057blank3 I will have to look up a Frye tote!🤔
@@MelindaMiller they can be seen in real life at DILLARDS
Grab a magnet clip on mic so you have both hands free 😎
@@Broker-in-Maine I do that too. Sometimes it works sometimes it doesnt🤷🏼♀️
Can you please link the wallet?
@@Pjzweek6586 Yes! I completely forgot all the links🤦🏼♀️
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