ARTICLES
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...
You Don’t Need to Go Viral—Just Be Visible
If the words “social media” make you feel overwhelmed or unsure where to begin, you’re not alone. Many entrepreneurs over 55 hesitate to get online, not because they lack value, but because they think they must be flashy, trendy, or glued to their ph...
You Don’t Need to Be a Tech Whiz to Be a Retiree Entrepreneur
If you can send an email, text a friend, or search Google, you’ve already got the foundation to run a small business online. The rest? It’s easier than you think.
Too many aspiring retiree entrepreneurs get stuck before they start...
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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!