Can you afford your house in five years?
Homeowners are often advised to try to pay off their mortgages ahead of retirement. That way, they’ll have one less expense to contend with on a fixed income. But while shedding a mortgage payment could free up room in your budget as a retiree, that doesn’t mean you won’t have other homeowner expenses to deal with, like property taxes, maintenance and insurance. Even with a... READ MORE
Retired and love to golf? Best cities for golfers
If you’re retired and golf is your game of choice, check out this list of the 2025 Best Cities for Golfers. LawnStarter compared the number of public and private golf courses, PGA courses with public access, driving ranges, amateur competitions and average course consumer rating among 27 total metrics in the 500 largest U.S. cities. Unsurprisingly, many of the best cities for... READ MORE
How can hospice help those with terminal illnesses
Dear Mayo Clinic: I have a loved one who was referred for hospice care. I’m not sure what this means. Can you share more about what hospice care is and how it may help my family member? A: Hospice care might be an option for people who are nearing the end of life due to a terminal illness and have exhausted all other treatment options. Unlike other medical care, the focus of hospice ... READ MORE
Baltimore Housing News October 2025
For the first time in its 46-year-history, Broadmead is expanding. The Quaker-founded senior living community in Cockeysville plans to convert former offices, located just three miles from its current 94-acre campus, into 80 independent living residences. “Broadmead was the first retirement community in Maryland. And now, after all these years, having the ability to expand is a major... READ MORE
DC Housing News October 2025
Village publishes guide to inclusive housing As the LGBTQ+ population ages, they face unique challenges when considering a place to live. After a history of discrimination, particularly in their youth, they may be wary of moving to a retirement community. In fact, according to a study from SAGE, a national advocacy organization for LGBTQ+ elders, 70% of these elders fear having to... READ MORE
Best ways to find a great handyman
Dear Savvy Senior, What’s the best way to find a good handyman or tradesman that can help with small jobs around the house? —Almost 75 Dear Almost, Great question. Finding a good home repair/handyman can be a bit of a crapshoot. ... READ MORE
Outside lights are deadly to birds in the fall
As gardeners, we spend a lot of time observing nature up close. When will my tomatoes turn red? What’s eating my hosta? What’s that white stuff on my peonies? We react as needed to ensure our plants survive and thrive. But there are other, sometimes overlooked, garden residents that need our help, too: birds. A recent study jointly conducted by scientists at Fordham University,... READ MORE
How to get rid of what your kids don’t want
Charlie Gary’s late wife, Susan, had a passion for restoring old homes. She also loved fine antique furniture and oriental rugs. “Over the years, she accumulated lots of it,” Gary said. When Gary sold the house, he was forced to face the elephant — or the antiques — in the room: “I said, ‘What are we going to do with this stuff?’” That’s a question 70 million baby... READ MORE
Riderwood woodworkers make beds for kids
Scott Nathan has a background in finance and insurance management. But that hasn’t stopped him from helping kickstart a bed-building charity operation based in Montgomery Village, Maryland. Nathan had a long and successful career at Malden Solutions and as a self-employed entrepreneur, but after the pandemic, he wanted to step back and focus on his community. “I was very... READ MORE
Paying for nursing home care with Medicaid
Dear Savvy Senior, If my mother needs to move into a nursing home, what are the eligibility requirements to get Medicaid coverage? —Caretaking Son Dear Caretaking, The rules and requirements for Medicaid eligibility for nursing home care are complicated and will vary according to the state your mother lives in. With that said, here’s a general, simplified rundown of what it... READ MORE
Housing 2025
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