Kathy@babyboomersupersaver.com, Author at Baby Boomer Super Saver

September 17, 2019February 21, 2024

A Value-Based Side Hustle Can Help Grow Your Savings!

Photo of me doing my value-based side hustle, selling Miessence organic skincare. — My value-based side hustle – sharing organic skincare products made with fragrant herbs.

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I’ve had several side hustles over the years. You might think that is because none of them generated much money by themselves and therefore I needed more than one to make any real cash. The truth is, most of my side hustles have developed out of my personal interests and passions. Making money was just an extra bonus!

This led me to realize that following my passions and putting my efforts into a value-based side hustle could help me grow my retirement nest egg. I already have a job that I enjoy, but being able to make some extra money on the side while doing something fun is a great way to boost retirement savings!

September 9, 2019February 21, 2024

FI Chautauqua Revisited: Why I Love These People

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Here we are with Kristy & Bryce of Millennial Revolution at FI Chautauqua in Greece! — Just another beautiful day on a mountain with Millennial Revolution, at FI Chautauqua!

It was my second time attending FI Chautauqua, so I knew I’d be making connections with people and developing friendships that would last a lifetime. Even though I’m such an introvert!

Because my husband & I had a wonderful experience at the FI Chautauqua in the UK, we signed up for the FI Chautauqua in Greece, the following year!

Yes, GREECE! I was so excited we were going to Greece! I just knew it would be amazing!

June 6, 2019February 21, 2024

Saving For Retirement: Teacher Gets A Gold Star After Starting Over

Saving for Retirement can feel like a long climb up a mountain. — Image by Free-Photo via Pixabay.

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Saving for retirement can be challenging at any age, but what if you haven’t even started? I think it is helpful for baby boomers to hear that it’s possible to catch up retirement savings, from others who have done it.

Learn from others who have used creativity to increase retirement savings via my interview series, Saving for Retirement: Successful Catch-Up Stories. Today I’m excited to share Elizabeth’s story . . .

February 19, 2019February 21, 2024

Hidden Costs Of Caring For A Loved One

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There are hidden costs when it comes to caregiving. — There are hidden costs when caring for a loved one. Photo credit: gloriak2700 via Pixabay.

Who is this familiar, yet unrecognizable person who has just informed me that he is going on a hunger strike? He is demanding an immediate $300 pile of cash plus another $100 per month. He says he won’t eat until he gets what he wants.

Oh, yeah, he’s my husband, and I’m afraid he’s about to jeopardize the plans we’ve made for our retirement . . .

January 15, 2019February 21, 2024

8 Reasons Why Whole Foods Is Now Dead To Me

Whole Foods offers less and less organic and local produce in my area. — Photo credit: evitaochel via Pixabay.

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The term “organic” has become a hot button for many people, but I feel strongly about knowing where my family’s food comes from. It’s important to us that farm workers are not exposed to pesticides and fungicides, and that they earn a living wage. We also want to eat real food in it’s natural state instead of meals laced with chemicals, genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and highly processed ingredients.

These are some of the main reasons, besides convenience, that I’ve been a loyal Whole Foods shopper for so long. However, over the past couple of years Whole Foods started changing in ways that made me increasingly unhappy.