Retiring Alone? Creating an Amazing Retirement as a Single Person
Retiring as a Single Woman | My Story + What You Need to Know Retiring solo comes with unique challenges — and powerful opportunities. In this video, I’m sharing my personal story of preparing for retirement after decades as a single mom. I talk about the financial realities many women face — from the gender pay gap to raising kids on one income — and how I began building multiple income streams in midlife to support my future. You’ll learn what to consider if you’re retiring without a partner, including: ✔️ Creating a realistic budget ✔️ Planning for healthcare and long-term care ✔️ Staying socially connected ✔️ Embracing the freedom of designing retirement on your own terms Whether you’re a few years from retirement or already navigating it solo, this video is is for you! 00:00 intro 02:20 My story 04:32 The Finances 08:18 Emotional + Social Side of Retiring Alone 10:29 Opportunities in retiring solo 11:55 Final thoughts Design The Retirement You Actually Want: https://stan.store/Michelle50/p/desig... Etsy Shop: https://michellelmdesigns.etsy.com 📚 My children's books: https://tinyurl.com/yc7y2wmx StanStore: https://stan.store/Michelle50 💵 Take control of your finances: (Google Sheeets) 💰Ultimate Budget Tracker $9 https://stan.store/Michelle50/p/get-u... NO LONGER AVAILABLE 📋 My course to help you start your online business from scratch: https://stan.store/Michelle50 Instagram: / michelle_meitler The product links are affiliate, which means if you buy something using these links I will receive a small commission Gear I use: Tripod: https://amzn.to/4jZScuW Wireless Mini Microphone: https://amzn.to/3H4wB5W Phone grip & kickstand: https://amzn.to/4jaWvSV Shop my home: Sunroom washable Rug: https://amzn.to/43FfxfE Livingroom Washable Rug: https://amzn.to/4dsPBr7 Dining Room Washable Rug: https://amzn.to/4dsPBr7 Duvet 3 piece set: https://amzn.to/45o6xge Sheets: https://amzn.to/3ZsQUQQ Electric Kettle: https://amzn.to/45pNjH5

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