10 CHEAP Purchases That Make Retirement SO Much Better

Holy Schmidt! February 19, 2024
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This channel is for those thinking about (or in) retirement. I discuss Social Security, retirement savings, retirement net worth, retirement "dream jobs," ex-pats living in a foreign country and retirement lifestyle. Also, check out my Community Tab and take one of the polls to find out where you stack up compared to others in key areas of retirement. Finally, I have put together a super easy to use "Retirement Ready Checklist." Just click the link below and you will be taken to the information page. Geoffrey Schmidt, CPA Award Winning Author and International Speaker Note: All images, clips, sounds and music are either my own, or I own the license to use them on this channel and on my other social media sites, websites and podcast.

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This video discusses 10 really cheap purchases that will make your retirement life so much better. These range from simple key/wallet/purse finders all the way up to one book that might save your life, and years of stress and heartache along the way! Importantly, I own each of these myself and do not get paid to recommend these products to you. 00:00 Introduction 00:54 Never Lose Your Keys, Wallet or Purse Again! - Super Cheap/Tiny Bluetooth Tracker 02:51 Sleep Like a Teenager Again! - Physical Alarm Clock 04:02 The Best Way to Read - eInk Reader 05:04 Never Worry About Issues With Your Car - AAA Club Membership 07:48 Enjoy Our Great County, For Free! - America the Beautiful Lifetime Pass 08:12 Ask Her Anything and She Will Respond - Smart Voice Assistant 09:12 Never Touch Your Lightswitch Again When Nature Calls in the Middle of the Night - Vansky Automated Bedlight 09:50 Travel Like a Pro and ENJOY The Airport Experience - TSA Precheck 15:14 Get the Best Discounts Available - AARP Membership 16:28 Book That Might Save Your Life - How to Stop Worrying and Start Living FREE Retirement Ready Checklist: https://HolySchmidt.com/Checklist/ Important Links: Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_schmidtlist/ Geoff's Facebook Page https://Facebook.com/GeoffreyMSchmidt Federal Reserve Board Survey of Consumer Finances: https://www.federalreserve.gov/econres/scfindex.htm Social Security Administration Application for Benefits https://secure.ssa.gov/iClaim/rib Current Social Security Cost of Living Adjustment https://www.ssa.gov/cola/ Social Security Payment Estimator https://www.ssa.gov/benefits/retirement/estimator.html THE CHANNEL’S MOST POPULAR VIDEOS Should You Take Social Security at Age 62 and Invest it? https://youtu.be/8Do6edWYRH0 7 GOOD REASONS to File for Social Security Benefits at Age 62 https://youtu.be/eOJnzLuyvIY Average Retirement Savings by Age 60. Are You Almost Ready to Retire?!? https://youtu.be/8lPdFPaXa1k The BEST AGE to File for Social Security Retirement Benefits https://youtu.be/CoPkYQ0smj0 3 Social Security "Little Known Facts" That Are REALLY Important https://youtu.be/uIXjbRYeYjI Disclaimer: this video is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not meant to be a substitute for legal, accounting, tax, or professional advice. If you have any specific questions about any legal, accounting, tax or other professional service matter you should consult the appropriate professional services provider.