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Senior renter reviewing HUD Section 8 housing voucher information on a laptop Do You Qualify as an ‘Elderly Family’ for a Section 8 Voucher? HUD’s Rules Explained If you’re 62 or older and rent your home on a fixed income, the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program can cover a significant share of your monthly rent —… Comments 0 2026.08.08
senior couple purchasing discounted movie tickets at theater box office $14 to $18 a Ticket: How Much Seniors Actually Save at 8 Major Movie Theater Chains A trip to the movies used to be a casual, inexpensive outing. These days, a single adult ticket at a first-run theater can easily run $14 to $18 before you… Comments 0 2026.08.07
Canadian couple reviewing RRSP contribution limit 2026 documents at home CRA Confirms the New 2026 RRSP Contribution Limit: $33,810 If you are planning your retirement savings for the 2026 tax year, the first number you need is the new RRSP dollar limit. The Canada Revenue Agency has confirmed that… Comments 0 2026.08.07
senior couple reviewing homeowners insurance policy documents outside their home 8 Ways Retirees Can Lower Their Home Insurance Bill in 2026 Homeowners insurance premiums have jumped nationwide over the past few years, driven by rebuilding costs, inflation, and more frequent weather-related claims. If you’re retired or living on a fixed income,… Comments 0 2026.08.06
Widow reviewing Social Security survivor benefit paperwork at home Lost a Spouse? Here’s How Social Security Survivor Benefit Rules Work in 2026 If your spouse or ex-spouse has passed away, Social Security survivor benefits can replace a meaningful part of the household income you’ve lost. Unlike spousal benefits — which apply only… Comments 0 2026.08.06
Senior couple reviewing Medigap insurance documents and comparing plans on a laptop at home Medigap Plan G vs. Plan N 2026: Full Cost Comparison for 65-Year-Olds If you’re turning 65 or already enrolled in Original Medicare, you’ve probably heard the word “Medigap” thrown around by insurance agents, well-meaning relatives, or the pile of mail that shows… Comments 0 2026.08.01
Married couple reviewing Social Security spousal benefit paperwork Can You Really Get 50% of Your Spouse’s Social Security? Here’s How the Rule Works If you’re married — or divorced after a long-term marriage — you may be entitled to a Social Security check based on your spouse’s or ex-spouse’s earnings record, not just… Comments 0 2026.08.01
Air purifier running in a living room during wildfire smoke haze Can You Write Off an Air Purifier or Pay With HSA/FSA? What the IRS Requires in 2026 Wildfire smoke season is back across much of the US and Canadian border states, and if you or a family member deals with asthma, COPD, or severe allergies, you may… Comments 0 2026.07.31
senior man having a free eye exam at an ophthalmologist office Book a Free Eye Exam Through EyeCare America Before Medicare Leaves You Paying Full Price Most seniors are surprised to learn that Original Medicare does not cover routine eye exams or eyeglasses. If you are on a fixed income and have been putting off an… Comments 0 2026.07.31
Retiree working part-time on a laptop in a coffee shop Part-Time Jobs for Retirees: Full Guide to Side Hustles and Income Ideas for 2026 More retirees are picking up part-time work in 2026 to cover rising costs — see the best low-stress income ideas and how earnings affect your Social Security check. Comments 0 2026.07.30