Skiing in Summer? That’s One Way to Save on Travel, Golden Girls' Retirement Secrets, Why Parents – Not TikTok – Should Teach Kids Investing

To Afford Retirement, Take Inspiration from 'Golden Girls' | Five Ways to Plan a Cheap Last-Minute Vacation | Why Parents Should Teach Kids About Investing Created for {EMAIL} | [Web Version]( May 15, 2023 CONNECT WITH KIPLINGER  [LinkedIn]( [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Instagram ]( [Youtube]( [SIGN UP]( ⋅ [WEBSITE]( [] Top Story [] [To Afford Retirement, Take Inspiration from 'Golden Girls']( [To Afford Retirement, Take Inspiration from 'Golden Girls']( (Getty Images) Turns out Blanche, Dorothy, Sophia and Rose weren't just entertainers; they were also financial trailblazers. Erin Wood, CFP, explains how the classic sitcom about aging and friendship provides a [blueprint for living an affordable retirement](. [7 Mistakes to Avoid When Hiring an Advisor]( Life should be a balance of adventure and relaxation - not balancing finances. Working with a financial advisor can be a crucial part of any healthy retirement plan. [Avoid these 7 common mistakes when hiring one so you can get back to the balance that matters most.]( [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [] Travel [] [Five Ways to Plan a Cheap Last-Minute Vacation]( [Five Ways to Plan a Cheap Last-Minute Vacation]( (Getty Images) Are you a travel-planning procrastinator? Think outside the box, like luxury ski resorts in summertime, to pull off a memorable, [spur-of-the-moment getaway without breaking the bank](. Featured Content Sponsored Content from Kiplinger's Personal Finance Magazine [Build wealth. Cut taxes. Retire rich.]( Get a [FREE ISSUE]( of Kiplinger's Personal Finance magazine, and save up to 74% to subscribe. Includes special issues such as Investing Outlook, Retirement Planning, Mutual Fund Roundup, and Guide to ETFs. Count on Kiplinger for trustworthy help to make more money, keep more of the money you make, and live a financially secure life. [CLICK HERE]( [] Investing [] [Why Parents Should Teach Kids About Investing]( [Why Parents Should Teach Kids About Investing]( (Getty Images) Fewer than 25% of high school students take personal finance courses. [It's up to parents to help bridge this knowledge gap]( and teach their kids about investing - before some random financial influencer on social media does. [How to increase your retirement income]( Income annuities are paying 20%-40% more than last year. By balancing guaranteed income and income-focused investments, you can increase your income, lower your risk and minimize your taxes. Learn how with a complimentary Go2Income plan. [ORDER YOUR PLAN]( ADVERTISEMENT [] Also on Kiplinger [] - No Mow May is the [lawn trend that'll save you money]( and help the environment - The real [reasons couples argue about money]( - Three steps to [protect your financial health during a career transition]( - [Is another regional banking crisis around the corner?](: Kiplinger economic forecasts ABOUT KIPLINGER When we write about money, we get it right. So the decisions you make with your dollars are also right. Kiplinger is a trusted provider of unbiased financial advice, objective business and economic forecasts, and practical help to millions of business professionals, investors, and individuals seeking to make more profitable decisions with their money. Our [flagship publications]( include [Kiplinger’s Personal Finance]( magazine, [The Kiplinger Letter]( [The Kiplinger Tax Letter]( [Kiplinger’s Retirement Report]( and [Kiplinger’s Investing for Income.]( All are regarded as the leading publications in their respective fields. Every day, millions of readers rely on our [free e-newsletters]( for help on everything from getting the best rate on a mortgage or car loan, to managing their businesses in an uncertain world, avoiding an IRS audit, building wealth for a secure retirement, or investing wisely in any kind of market. Now it’s your turn to reap all the rewards Kiplinger has to offer. Visit [Kiplinger.com](, your gateway to all of the above and much more. Check in any time for our latest advice on how to make more money, and keep more of the money you make. Stay right on the money, with Kiplinger. [Sign Up]( | [Print Publications]( | [Unsubscribe]( [Privacy Policy]( | [Cookies Policy]( | [Terms and Conditions]( CONTACT US: [FEEDBACK](concat('mailto:',$brief_feedback_email)) | [ADVERTISE]( Future US LLC © Full 7th Floor, 130 West 42nd Street, New York, NY, 10036