Fight Retirement Identity Loss, Why You Need An Estate Plan, How to Catch Up On Retirement Savings

How to Overcome Identity Loss in Retirement | How to Add Home Equity to Your Retirement Income Planning | I Didn't Think I Needed an Estate Plan Until This Happened Created for {EMAIL} | [Web Version]( June 6, 2024 CONNECT WITH KIPLINGER  [LinkedIn]( [Facebook]( [X]( [Youtube]( [Instagram]( [Retirement Tips]( [SIGN UP]( ⋅ [WEBSITE]( [] Retirement Mindset [] [How to Overcome Identity Loss in Retirement]( [How to Overcome Identity Loss in Retirement]( (Getty Images) It's not unusual to mourn the person you were before retirement. [Identity loss poses a significant challenge for retirees]( due to the strong connection we often have between our sense of self and our professions. [] Real Estate [] [How to Add Home Equity to Your Retirement Income Planning]( [How to Add Home Equity to Your Retirement Income Planning]( (Getty Images) With more retirees than ever choosing to age in place, the idea of selling your home to downsize may no longer be part of your plans. 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