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May 20, 2026 -- Frequent visitors to this site might remember one of your Editor's top regrets in retirement - failing to put more money into Roth IRA's and 401(k) Roths. By putting more of my contributions into regular (non Roth) retirement accounts, I set myself up for having to take sizable Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs), all taxable income, starting…...
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Glen Rose is a very small town of under 3,000 people in north central Texas, just west of Dallas. This town features a relaxed lifestyle. The presence of dinosaur footprints in the area makes it a popular tourist center. Photo of downtown courtesy of Wikipedia and Renelibrary, photo of Barnard statue by Pete unseth; Both photos Licensed under CC BY-SA…...
Lacey is a city of about 42,000 people in west central Washington. Originally an agricultural and timber based town, the economy is a bit more diverse now. St.Martin's University, a coed and Catholic university with about 1500 students, is located here. Lacey was designated an official "Green Power Community" by the EPA for its use of renewable energy sources; 5%…...
Fayetteville, Arkansas (population 74,000) consistently turns up on everyone’s “Best Places to Live” list. There are plenty of reasons why it makes such an appealing retirement community for active adults 55+. It is the home of the beautiful and stimulating University of Arkansas. Its beautiful surroundings in the Ozark Mountains give it a resort-like feel. There is plenty to do.…...
Stuart, Florida is an extremely charming and complex retirement community for many active adults 55+. It has a lovely downtown that is fun to walk around in, with interesting shops and restaurants in a small town feel. There is a very ample coastline thanks to the bays and ocean that surround the town. The road out to Sewall Point Road…...