Welcome to Plan It™: Retire Ready Toolkit! We hope you find the information and tools on this Web site helpful as you plan for a financially secure retirement.
Please visit this site often. We add new content each week and tell you on the front page in the lower right-hand corner—and here under "What's New"—what's recently been added.
Here’s what you’ll see this month...
- Dec. 1 - Feature article: FAQ-Keep on Growing With Elderhostel
Traveling after turning 55 can be interesting and adventurous. Check out the many Elderhostel opportunities, including service learning and intergenerational vacations, and make lasting friendships along the way. - Dec. 8 - Audio: Elder Financial Abuse
Elder financial abuse is a growing problem in our country. Beverly Laubert from the Ohio Department of Aging, Elder Rights Division, discusses common signs of financial exploitation, agencies and resources that offer assistance, and how to protect yourself and loved ones from becoming a victim. - Dec. 15 - Ask for the Senior Discount
Whether you're a baby boomer or beyond, it pays to search for discounts. Know where to look—and get in the habit of asking—for what's rightfully yours. - Dec. 22 - It Pays to Negotiate
Negotiating for the best price, while a little more work, is well worth the extra effort. Try these simple negotiating tips to land a bargain on just about anything. - Dec. 29 - Quick Tips
Don't want to read a long article? Check out the new Quick Tips—two paragraphs or less on important, timely information for preretirees—and share them with family and friends.Before you leave this site today...
- Check out Click 'n' Learn. You'll find helpful hints about getting and understanding your credit score, getting your financial records organized, and building wealth. Test yourself with quizzes and activities, and find valuable resources to get started.
- Get up close and personal with Financial Longevity. Plug in your information to find out how long your money will last. Don't like the results? Start adjusting the variables. Choices you make now can have a big impact on future savings.
- Listen to 39 Audio spots. Experts give advice on rainy day funds, investments, insurance, starting a small business, and more.
