Nov 18th 2011 7:00AM
There's something about that "Open House" sign that acts like a magnet. Whether you're looking for a new place to live, keeping tabs on real estate in your neighborhood, or just angling for a sneak peek at someone else's private domain, the lure of an open door is strong indeed. This week we explore homes in some of the... Continue Reading »
Oct 28th 2011 8:55AM
Pearl and Bud Crispell hit the road in their RV the day after they retired in 1976. And for decades, that's where they stayed, living in their 40-foot motor home and traversing the country at will. But, as is the eventual story of all road warriors, the day came when they hit the proverbial dead end. Unable to manage... Continue Reading »
Oct 26th 2011 10:20AM
WASHINGTON -- As baby boomers look ahead to retirement, they'd prefer a home that is affordable, accessible to medical care and close to family. But an Associated Press-LifeGoesStrong.com poll finds that amid a shaky economy, few think it's likely they'll move in retirement. Shelley Wernholm, a 47-year-old single mother... Continue Reading »
Oct 17th 2011 12:25PM
Paul, 62, is like a lot of people near retirement: He wants a safe place to invest his money. But the interest rates on savings accounts barely keep up with inflation. Would it make sense to pay off a mortgage instead? In this week's installment of "Money & Happiness" DailyFinance's Laura Rowley reports on the three... Continue Reading »
Jun 14th 2010 1:00PM
The burst of the housing bubble may have stalled the growth of 55-and-older communities, but as the market revives we should expect to see a mini-housing bump as more baby boomers retire. In any given year, about 12 percent of 55-and-older households change homes, according to a study done by the MetLife Mature Market... Continue Reading »
