Retirement Living

For years, I’ve heard people say things like "everybody has a story to tell" or "everyone has a book in them," but not once did I think it applied to me.

Welcome to part 2 of our series on the fear of losing independence, where we dive into practical tips to help you face your future with confidence.

There comes a point when many people begin measuring opportunities against the calendar instead of their own circumstances.

An independence plan is not a formal document or a complicated process. It is simply a way of thinking ahead so you can continue making your own choices if circumstances change.

Solar power is becoming a familiar feature across New Zealand suburbs and it can be a long-term, satisfying investment. Yet it is not a universal solution.

It’s become so common, the term ‘boomerang kids’ was coined to cover it. We’re talking about adult children returning ‘home’ to live with Mum and Dad.

In many cultures a reliance on one other is encouraged and respected. However, in today’s society, we often value independence even more highly.

Would you be able to retain your independence if living alone? It’s not an uncommon concern – and for good reason.

One of the quietest but most significant freedoms later in life is the ability to care less about what other people think.

For many people, life after 50 begins to feel different in ways which are not always immediately visible from the outside.