Dawn Barringer - Seide Financial Group

A fulfilling retirement usually takes more than a financial plan. Here’s how to make the transition more meaningful:

-Plan before you leave: Talk to people who are already retired, consider easing in with part-time work, and think about what you want daily life to look like.
-Bring your values with you: If work gave you connection, creativity, or purpose, look for ways to rebuild those through volunteering, hobbies, travel, or community involvement.
-Create structure: Too much open time can be difficult, while a routine can help support mental and emotional well-being.

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More than a third of Gen Z homebuyers are single women, but many women don’t have an estate plan in place. Buying a home is a big step; protecting it matters too.

-Write a will: Without one, state law may decide who inherits your home, rather than your wishes guiding the process.
-Assign power of attorney: If illness or injury leaves you unable to manage finances, someone you trust may need legal authority to help pay bills, including a mortgage.
-Review your options: A trust, beneficiary designation, or other planning tool may help your home transfer more smoothly, depending on your situation.

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35% of Gen Z homebuyers are single women, research shows. Here’s why they need an estate plan Despite purchasing what might now be their biggest asset, women are less likely than men to have any estate planning documents in place.