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Author: Colleen Bagdon

Colleen Bagdon has been Redmond, Washington-based freelance writer for the past 16 years, specializing in travel, health-wellness, parenting, real estate and pop culture topics. Her pieces have been featured on Medium.com, Wehavekids.com and other online sites. In addition, Colleen has many years experience in crafting press releases, ads and other marketing materials for both for-profit and non-profit business and organizations. When she isn't writing, she enjoys hiking, cooking, swing dancing and spending time with her family and granddaughter.
Posted June 30, 2023June 30, 2023 Colleen BagdonPosted in Finance

Unlocking the Secrets: How to Get the Senior Discount for Amazon Prime

In the digital age, Amazon Prime has become a household name, offering a plethora of benefits to its subscribers, from expedited shipping to exclusive streaming content. However, what many people […]

Posted January 11, 2021June 13, 2022 Colleen BagdonPosted in Finance

Top Tax Breaks and Deductions for Seniors

An advantage of turning 65 is qualifying for certain income tax exemptions and credits. Here are a few of the top 2020 tax breaks for seniors. Tax season 2021 (for […]

Posted December 7, 2020 Colleen BagdonPosted in Finance, Trending

How to Protect Your Retirement Finances After a Divorce

One in four divorces are to couples over 50. Since retirement accounts are often a large chunk of an individual’s assets at that age, it is important to protect your […]

Posted November 9, 2020 Colleen BagdonPosted in Finance

Why Invest in a Life Insurance Retirement Plan?

Consider a life insurance retirement plan if you have maxed out traditional retirement accounts. Known as permanent life, these plans offer the security of life insurance and the advantage of […]

Posted October 20, 2020 Colleen BagdonPosted in Finance, Trending

Consolidating 401K’s, IRA’s and Other Retirement Accounts

Are you thinking of consolidating multiple 401K’s, IRA’s and other retirement accounts? Here are the pros and cons along with a guide to consolidation. If you have switched jobs, you […]

Posted September 29, 2020 Colleen BagdonPosted in Finance, Trending

The Difference Between Qualified Versus Non-Qualified Retirement Plans

Determining the difference between qualified and non-qualified retirement plans can be confusing. Here is a guide to assist in retirement planning. In 1980, over 38% of Americans had access to […]

Posted September 22, 2020 Colleen BagdonPosted in Travel, Trending

Tips for Downsizing in Retirement

Downsizing to a smaller home or perhaps moving to a new community is not easy. Here are tips to make downsizing in retirement a bit easier. According to a 2018 […]

Posted September 1, 2020 Colleen BagdonPosted in Finance, Trending

Best Financial Benefits of Downsizing in Retirement

If you are retiring soon, becoming empty nesters, looking to move to a more tax-friendly state or are overwhelmed with home maintenance, downsizing to a smaller home is enticing. However, […]

Posted August 18, 2020August 18, 2020 Colleen BagdonPosted in Technology, Trending

T-Mobile’s Unlimted 55+ Plan Review for Seniors

If you are 55+ and want to save money on cell phone bills, consider one of T-Mobile’s Unlimited 55+ Plans for Seniors. They offer discounts on the features of other […]

Posted August 11, 2020October 6, 2020 Colleen BagdonPosted in News, Trending

Best Retirement Gifts for Your Male & Female Colleagues

Do you have a colleague retiring soon? Here is our guide to the best funny, inexpensive, extravagant and heartfelt gifts to honor your co-worker. Whether you are looking for a […]

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