Retirement planning

Seeking purpose: What is a long life for?

Sometimes older people scroll simply because they are bored, says the writer.

Can’t bear to downsize your home? Think of it as rightsizing

Retired former journalist Jeffrey Tsang swopped his private apartment for an HDB flat when he turned 60.

Why it’s important to know how to spend time meaningfully after retirement

Money is important for retirees but knowing how to spend time meaningfully is equally so too.

Forum: Stop treating retirement as a single cliff-edge date

When retired husbands become ‘wet fallen leaves’

A review of different studies found a small increase in depressive symptoms following retirement, with a more pronounced increase among those who retired involuntarily.

Sumiko at 62: How $6.9k vet bill, $21 'jade' ring changed how I think about frugality in retirement

Retirement is not only about making sure money lasts, the writer says, it is also about making sure her money helps her live the life she spent decades working towards.

Stop chasing a fixed amount of money for retirement

It is unwise to plan for a fixed sum for retirement because there is always a risk of money running out in your old age.

Rethink wealth and build a meaningful life at the July 18 InvestMe event

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After the military, Malaysia’s veterans struggle to seek new livelihoods amid rising costs

Deputy Prime Minister Zahid Hamidi (centre, dark blue batik) witnesses Infinity Logistics & Transport Sdn Bhd present a job offer letter to a successful veteran applicant.

Why making CPF LIFE part of your retirement plan can pay for most expenses

CPF LIFE is a solid back-up plan that can give your overall investment portfolio a boost due to its stable payouts.

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