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55 & UpSides #0004:🏡Remarriage | Senior remote work | Denied claims

55 & UpSides #0004:🏡Remarriage | Senior remote work | Denied claims

Ronnie Mac James
November 11th, 2024

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Morning 55&UpSiders,

Here’s what I’m covering for you today in a flash…

Quick visual breakdown on getting remarried later in life
Curated topics affecting us & Good News stories
Feature Story: Remote work for 55+ folks
Today’s poll
Face The Facts (& do something about ’em)
Hidden alternative solutions for our 55+ crowd
☕Find spelling error in this email & win Dunkin’ gift card code

Remarriage By The Numbers

Getting remarried is not just for youngsters. We can say “I do… again,” too.

Reveal missing percentages here.

Curated Countdown

🕙 Why People Flock To Grab Costco Hearing Aids

🕘 Time To Rethink Your Purpose? (Ken Coleman’s Your Guy)

🕗 Sky-High Car Payment? Is Ira Withdrawal The Cure?

🕖 Hopeless Lady Finds Soulmate On Train Track

🕕 Science Is “Rebuilding” Hearts Like A Truck Motor

🕔 Lowlifes Use Puppy Scam, Steal Couple’s Life Savings

🕓 Won’t Find Cheaper All-Inclusive Vacations Than These

🕒 What If Snoop Dogg Was Your Financial Advisor?

🕑 Dog With Zero Quit In Her (*Tough To Watch, But Epic)

🕐 Pack More In Less Time (54321 Method)

Feature Story

Remote Work For Folks 55+

Remote work offers new ways for people our age to earn money, allowing us to use our experience to work from our home desk or recliner.

The problem is...

Many seniors struggle to find suitable employment options
Traditional office environments may not accommodate age-related needs
Ageism in hiring practices limits job prospects for older workers

Why solving this problem's so dang tough

Technology changes can be hard for folks over 55
Employers may underestimate older workers' adaptability
Limited awareness of remote work opportunities among 55+ folks

7 organizations that can help you

How you can get involved to help

Share your remote work experiences with others
Speak at local clubs, events, & libraries
Mentor younger remote workers in your field
Advocate for age-inclusive remote work policies

Roadblocks

Limited tech skills or outdated software knowledge
Lack of home office space
Difficulty separating work & personal life
Spouse reminds you that you’re supposedly retired😉

Upsides & ways to beat roadblocks

Flexible schedule allows for better work-life balance
Reduced commuting stress & expenses
Opportunity to work from any location (with lower cost of living)
Chance to connect with a young mentor willing to help you
Catch up on retirement savings with a weekend remote gig
Continue earning while managing health concerns
Chance to explore new career paths & industries

5 takeaways

Invest in learning new digital tools & platforms
Create a comfortable, ergonomic home workspace
Establish a routine to maintain work-life balance
Network online to find remote opportunities
Highlight transferable skills when applying for remote positions

Reveal missing percentages here.

Curated Countdown

Feature Story

Remote Work For Folks 55+

Remote work offers new ways for people our age to earn money, allowing us to use our experience to work from our home desk or recliner.

The problem is...

Many seniors struggle to find suitable employment options
Traditional office environments may not accommodate age-related needs
Ageism in hiring practices limits job prospects for older workers

Why solving this problem's so dang tough

Technology changes can be hard for folks over 55
Employers may underestimate older workers' adaptability
Limited awareness of remote work opportunities among 55+ folks

7 organizations that can help you

How you can get involved to help

Share your remote work experiences with others
Speak at local clubs, events, & libraries
Mentor younger remote workers in your field
Advocate for age-inclusive remote work policies

Roadblocks

Limited tech skills or outdated software knowledge
Lack of home office space
Difficulty separating work & personal life
Spouse reminds you that you’re supposedly retired😉

Upsides & ways to beat roadblocks

Flexible schedule allows for better work-life balance
Reduced commuting stress & expenses
Opportunity to work from any location (with lower cost of living)
Chance to connect with a young mentor willing to help you
Catch up on retirement savings with a weekend remote gig
Continue earning while managing health concerns
Chance to explore new career paths & industries

5 takeaways

Invest in learning new digital tools & platforms
Create a comfortable, ergonomic home workspace
Establish a routine to maintain work-life balance
Network online to find remote opportunities
Highlight transferable skills when applying for remote positions

Do you recall the last person you remember owning a black & white TV? (If yes, who was it?)

Face The Facts (then punch ’em in the nose)

Know the facts so you can overcome or take advantage of them.

5)  About 125,000 eye injuries each year are caused by household cleaning products

4)  21.1% of Virginia adults 65+ are still working, higher than national average of 18.7%

3)  Women over 80 report higher sexual satisfaction than those aged 55-79

2)  60% of occupied housing in Nebraska's most rural counties has householders aged 55+

1)  18% of insured adults experienced denied claims in the past year

👊Let’s punch denied claims in the nose.

Tips to avoid having your medical claims denied by insurance companies:

Verify coverage proactively
Document everything meticulously
Maintain accurate information
Look for double charges, coding mistakes, math errors
Get help from legal assistance groups, consumer advocates, or disease-specific organizations that offer guidance

Alternative Solutions You May’ve Never Heard Of

How can states be more accommodating to our 55+ crowd? Well, these two states are doing a lot right.

Florida

Ranks #1 as the best state for retirement in 2024 by Livability.com
Known for being one of the most tax-friendly places to settle down
Features renowned medical services
Lots of recreation options

Delaware

Ranked as the top state for retirement according to Bankrate's 2024 study
Ranks 2nd in overall well-being
25.5% of population aged 62 & up
Features the 3rd lowest homeowner's insurance rates nationally
Ranks 13th in healthcare facility availability (321 facilities per 100,000 residents)

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Ronnie Mac James

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