by David Schaeffer | Jul 25, 2022 | The American Retirement Advisor Blog
We’ve all heard it, and now… and if you have been around the block a few times, you have already experienced it. The cost of gas is at historic highs after years of historic lows, and interest rates are climbing back up after being at what feels like nearly...
by David Schaeffer | Jun 26, 2022 | The American Retirement Advisor Blog
Sooooo what if something unexpected happens? What can we expect? That depends. Most of our clients are already retired, on a fixed but comfortable income, take one or two prescription medications, and are relatively active. What about being prepared with other basic...
by David Schaeffer | May 10, 2022 | The American Retirement Advisor Blog
“Don’t sweat the small stuff.” That’s what folks have said to make us feel better when we’re overwhelmed. I have heard it too, and I get it. But in talking to Nancy, who runs our financial department, she says SHE is ALL about the small stuff. That is a...
by David Schaeffer | Apr 14, 2022 | The American Retirement Advisor Blog
There is a lot to be thinking about these days, and probably like me, inflation is what comes to mind first. Recently, I was in the store and noticed the price of 35 lbs. of chlorine. I usually don’t look too closely at the costs of my regular maintenance...
by David Schaeffer | Mar 8, 2022 | The American Retirement Advisor Blog
It’s a new year, and I’m feeling pretty darn good. I made it another month without watching the news on TV, and I gave up news radio as well. I must tell you it is refreshing. I even didn’t bring my phone to dinner with my wife Saturday night. Ok, I...