How important is public transit for aging in place?
The government of Canada found that public transit supports aging in place by reducing costs and strengthening social connections.
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As consumer sentiment remains low, is the ‘silver tsunami’ keeping the economy humming?
Despite signs of souring economic sentiment, the economy keeps moving along. One columnist credits seniors for this resiliency.
Social Security sees ‘dramatic’ spike of 276,000 applications
The increase in applicants was partially attributed to economic anxiety from volatile markets and uncertainty about the program’s longevity.
Americans are living longer — but they aren’t prepared for retirement impacts
Outliving retirement savings could put financial security at risk as American life expectancy grows, the research suggests.
Property insurers must prepare for aging population: report
As the global population ages more rapidly, property insurers must assess their offerings to meet the moment, according to a new report.
The potential benefits of senior property tax deferral programs
A longtime retirement researcher weighs in on the possible benefits of property tax deferrals for older homeowners.
UWM faces class-action lawsuit over alleged misuse of 401(k) plan assets
Filed Monday in a Michigan district court, the lawsuit accuses UWM of violating the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA).
FOA debuts new marketing campaign tying home equity to life’s ‘next chapter’
Finance of America debuted a new creative campaign soon after announcing the enlistment of a new agency to drive modern marketing efforts.
Retirees moving to low-tax states may be disappointed by the savings they find
While a lower income tax sounds like a savings source, actually taking the plunge might reveal unanticipated costs — including other taxes.
Tariff policy could inspire renewed talk of reverse mortgage as ‘buffer asset’
Wade Pfau recommended reverse mortgage lines of credit as ‘buffers’ during the pandemic, which could make a comeback amid tariff policy.