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Don’t Let Taxes Derail Your Retirement Business Dreams
Retirement is a time to explore passion projects, build flexible income streams, and enjoy freedom on your terms. But if your side hustle takes off—and many do—you might be in for a surprise come tax season.
Here’s the truth: the IRS tre...
Budgeting Doesn’t Need to Be Complicated—Just Consistent
Running a business in retirement can be incredibly fulfilling, but if you're not tracking your money, it’s easy to feel out of control.
Most budgeting tools are designed for full-time workers or fully retired folks, not someone jugglin...
Should You Use Retirement Funds to Start a Business?
You’ve built a solid nest egg, and now you’re wondering if it could help launch your second act.
Many retirees and near-retirees exploring entrepreneurship want to avoid debt and don’t want to jump through hoops for a small business loan. ...
You Can Work—and Still Collect Benefits (If You Plan Wisely)
You’ve earned your Social Security—but now you’re ready to earn a little more.
Starting a business in retirement can bring purpose, flexibility, and income. However, it can also bring surprising complications if you don’t understan...
Cybersecurity Is a Business Essential—Not Just a Tech Issue
Running a small business from home might feel simple, but the digital risks are real, especially for retiree entrepreneurs. Cybercriminals often assume that older professionals are less tech-savvy or more trusting. That’s precisely w...
You Don’t Need to Be an Accountant to Run a Profitable Business
Let’s be honest—most people don’t start a second-act business because they love bookkeeping. But if you want to keep more of what you earn (and avoid tax-season headaches), a simple system for tracking income and sending invoices...
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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!
 
    
  
 
       
       
       
       
       
      