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Why Work After Retirement?
Why do so many retirees go back to work?
Because itās no longer just about money, itās about purpose, engagement, and freedom.
Here are the top reasons retirees choose to work after 60:
- To supplement income while protecting savings
- To stay mentally sharp and...
Wondering how to start a business after retirement?Ā
Hereās a quick overview:Ā
- Choose a simple, low-risk business ideaĀ
- Validate the demand (before spending money)Ā
- Set up your legal structure and financesĀ
- Build an online presenceĀ
- Get your first paying customerĀ
Each of these s...
What is an encore career?Ā
An encore career is a second-act job or venture that combines purpose, income, and flexibilityādesigned to fit your life after retirement. These roles often draw on your existing skills and life experience while allowing you to contribute in ways that feel energiz...
Wondering how to find purpose in retirement now that your career chapter is behind you?Ā
This guide helps you reconnect with what lights you upāso your days feel rich in meaning, not just activity.Ā
Hereās what youāll learn:Ā
- Why purpose matters more than ever after 55Ā
- How to reflect...
Looking for remote jobs that work well after retirement?Ā
Hereās a quick summary of what youāll find in this guide:Ā
- The best remote job types for retireesĀ
- Skills you already haveāand how to apply them onlineĀ
- Where to find legitimate remote work opportunitiesĀ
- How to avoid scams an...
Starting a business after retirement changes how you think about money.Ā
Youāre not just managing retirement savingsāyouāre navigating self-employment taxes, variable income, legal risks, and strategic withdrawals. This guide helps you bring it all together.Ā
Hereās what youāll learn:Ā
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āļø 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 RetirepreneurĀ 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!