By Curt Roese | Published October 28, 2025
What if everything you thought made you too old to start something new—your caution, skepticism, and track record of hard-won lessons—was actually your competitive advantage?
Recent research from MIT confirms wha
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By Curt Roese | Published October 21, 2025
For decades, we accepted that cognitive decline was inevitable—that our ability to master new skills peaked in our twenties and thirties, then slowly faded. We heard phrases like "y
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If I had a dollar for every time someone in their 50s or 60s asked me, "But what would I even do?"—well, I'd have a pretty solid consulting fee by now.
Here's the truth: You're not short on ideas. You're buried under them. The real issue isn't
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Why Start a Business in Retirement?
Why do so many retirees start businesses?
Because it offers a way to stay engaged, earn income, and create something meaningful, on your terms.
Here’s why starting a business after retirement makes sense:
Why Consulting Is a Smart Second Act for Retirees
Why is consulting such a popular second act for retirees?
Because it lets you turn decades of experience into flexible, purpose-driven income, without starting over.
Here’s why more retirees are launching consulting careers after 50:
Why Franchising Works Well in Retirement
Why consider a franchise after retirement?
Because it offers the freedom of ownership with the structure of a proven
system, perfect for your next chapter.
Here’s why many retirees choose franchising:
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✍️ About the Author
Curt Roese is a CPA, entrepreneur, real estate broker, and a graduate student in entrepreneurship at the University of Florida. With over 40 years of experience in finance, small business, and real estate, Curt understands the challenges and opportunities that come with embarking on a new chapter after retirement.
He Founded Retirepreneur to help others navigate this transition, offering straightforward tools, honest advice, and practical strategies for launching second-act businesses.
His mission is to empower retirees to live a vibrant, fulfilling, financially secure future!
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