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Finding Romance in Retirement
Retirement changes almost everything about your daily life, including your relationship landscape. Whether you’re single and considering dating in retirement, or you’ve been with a partner for decades, this life stage offers unique opportunities to reimagine what romance looks like for you. When Your Routine Disappears Work provides structure, identity, and often physical separation that…
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What to Buy When You Can Buy Anything
Having the financial means to purchase nearly anything you want sounds like the ultimate goal. But arriving at this point often reveals an unexpected challenge: when most options are available, how do you decide what’s worth having? The Paradox of Unlimited Choice Financial freedom doesn’t automatically bring clarity about how to use your resources. Without…
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How to Pass Down a Vacation Home Without Passing Down Conflict
For many families, a vacation home is a place layered with memories, where generations gather each summer to laugh and share traditions. Yet when it comes time to plan the future of the home, emotion and money can pull in opposite directions. Vacation home estate planning can keep heads level when the conversation becomes overwhelming.…
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The Benefits of Owning a Smartwatch in Retirement
Picture this: a small device on your wrist that quietly looks after your health, helps you stay in touch, and even adds a layer of safety to your day. For many retirees, a smartwatch is becoming a simple way to support a healthy retirement lifestyle. A Gentle Push Toward Better Habits Once work schedules fade…
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A Simple 5-Step Portfolio Checkup Anyone Can Do
Most people glance at their accounts, see that the balance is up or down, and move on. But that surface check can hide deeper issues like unnecessary overlap or risks that don’t match your current life situation. A simple portfolio review starts with asking the right questions and being crystal clear about what each investment…
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The 30-Day Family History Project
Imagine your grandchildren discovering a story, a recipe, or a photograph you saved. These are pieces of history they might never have known without you. Retirement is the perfect time to take on the role of family archivist. You don’t need a history degree or special equipment. All it takes is a phone, a scanner,…
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Happy New Year – In October
You might be wondering why we’re wishing you a Happy New Year in October. It’s because we’re celebrating the one-year anniversary of our team’s transition—from a 40-year stay at our previous firm to embarking on a bold new adventure with &Partners. This milestone is the perfect moment to say thank you.Thank you for being our…
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5 Creative Ways to Teach Children Money
Most parents can relate to the challenges of teaching their children about money—whether it’s explaining the difference between wants and needs, encouraging them to save, or helping them understand the value of a dollar. Learning about money doesn’t have to be complicated or fraught with conflict. Some of the best financial lessons come from everyday…
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When Adult Children Move Back Home
The rising trend of adult children moving back in with their parents—often called “boomerang children”—is reshaping family life and financial dynamics. Driven by high housing costs, inflation, and mounting student debt, this arrangement can provide a much-needed safety net for the child, but it can also create challenges for the household. The following tips can…