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Travel reminders for snowbirds(NC)—With fall just around the corner, many snowbirds are itching to finalize their travel plans to warmer climes. If you count yourself among these lucky-ducks, make sure you've made the all necessary arrangements before heading to Florida, Mexico or the Caribbean.
Here's a quick checklistto help you get organized:
• Tell a trusted friend or family-member about your plans and ask them ...
Posted by Carol Ireland
on September 30, 2011
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Enhancing the Guaranteed Income Supplement for Low-Income Seniors
Although Canada’s retirement income system has reduced the incidence of poverty among Canadian seniors, some seniors remain at risk. In particular, seniors who rely almost exclusively on Old Age Security and the Guaranteed Income Supplement may still experience financial difficulties, for instance when home heating costs spike. In addition, women who have made a valuable contribution to their ...
Posted by Carol Ireland
on March 23, 2011
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Reverse mortgages give seniors more flexibilityNC)—There is some good news for seniors who want to improve their cash flow by accessing some of the equity built in their home. With real estate prices rebounding, those wishing to downsize and move into that cute, little condo across town can start thinking about listing their house and packing their belongings. But, those 60 plus homeowners still wishing to stay in their home may consider ...
Posted by Carol Ireland
on February 2, 2010
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