Laura Patrecca

Dec 4, 2024 | seniorsguide.com | Terri Jones |Annie Tobey |Eric Wallace |Laura Patrecca

Downsizing and Real Estate 12/4/2024 | By Terri L. Jones Moving to a new home can be stressful, especially for seniors who are downsizing or who aren’t fully invested in the move. A Senior Move Manager can ease the physical and emotional burden. Moving is one of the top stressors in life, with only divorce and the death of a loved one causing people more anxiety, according to John Patrick Hatcher in Psychology Today.

Nov 11, 2024 | seniorsguide.com | Eric Wallace |Annie Tobey |Laura Patrecca |Laura Vecsey

Downsizing and Real Estate 11/11/2024 | By Eric J. Wallace Did you know that maintaining strong social connections later in life can bring major health benefits? Moving closer to family can make that a lot easier to achieve. A landmark scientific review of 148 studies, for instance, showed that decreased social contact and greater isolation increases the chance of early death by 50%.

Aug 8, 2024 | seniorsguide.com | Laura Patrecca |Brian Marsh |Laura Vecsey |Amy Dickinson

Downsizing and Real Estate 8/8/2024 | By Laura Patrecca Retirees Kay and Steve Parish have taken downsizing to the extreme. Earlier this year, they sold their 1,575-square-foot house and moved full-time into an Airstream trailer one-eighth that size, hitting the road in retirement. They then set off to explore the country, with Steve driving a Ford pick-up that towed their new home behind them.

May 7, 2024 | gmtoday.com | Laura Patrecca

Reviewing your bank statements and retirement account balances might not sound romantic, but the purpose of a money date transcends these tasks. These regular meetups build trust and intimacy, says Bari Tessler, a financial therapist and author of "The Art of Money." Money dates allow you and your partner to understand each other’s financial perspectives, worries and values; they also will help you tackle logistical matters, such as who is responsible for paying which bills.

May 3, 2024 | seniorsguide.com | Annie Tobey |Kathy Witt |Laura Patrecca

Travel 5/3/2024 | By Laura Patrecca A cruise can take you to multiple destinations without the need for driving, navigating strange roads, or packing your luggage every morning. These tips for finding the perfect cruise can help you set sail on a memorable vacation. Menus created by Michelin-star-earning chefs. Entertainment that rivals Broadway shows.