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Are you thinking about returning to work after retirement? You might want to earn some extra income, stay social, or create more structure in your daily routine. Whatever your reason might be — and whether you’re already retired or are getting ready to leave the workforce in your current capacity — yes, you can work after retirement. Learn more about what to consider, including the benefits and financial implications of getting a new job in this phase of your life.

Benefits of working after retirement

There are many reasons to work after retirement. Finances, savings, and benefits are just a few things to consider.

Financial stability

Your financial situation is one of those elements that will remain important throughout your life. Although you may have saved in preparation for retirement, you might not feel comfortable relying only on your savings to fund your lifestyle. Even part-time income can help offset … Read more

Homeownership rates have been falling for the past eight years, according to a report by Harvard University’s Joint Center for Housing Studies. That means more people are renting, making it harder to find an apartment or rental home.

The secret, real estate brokers say, is to plan ahead. Often renters will wait until the last minute to look for another apartment. However, when renters are in a hurry they tend to take apartments they don’t really want, says Lance Macon, co-founder of Metro Home Managers, a Washington, D.C.-based, full-service rental property management firm.

Here are eight tips for finding the best rental homes and apartments in your area.

1. Start your search 60 days before your move

The best rentals, in terms of price, location and amenities, go earlier in the month, so don’t wait until midmonth to look for a new place to live, Macon says. It’s best … Read more

Going from renting an apartment to owning a home is a big step that can impact your finances and your lifestyle.

It’s important to understand the pros and cons before making a decision, and you’ll also have to weigh your needs. You may want more room and autonomy over your living space. Or you may prefer the conveniences of apartment living, particularly in a complex that provides many services and features, like gyms, pools or media rooms.

Here are four things to consider as you decide between a house or apartment:

1. Cost

Typically, when looking at buying a house, you’ll compare the amount you would pay every month to the rent you’re currently paying. But experts say that’s just the starting point; part of your monthly mortgage is going toward paying off your interest.

For a more accurate comparison and calculation, deduct the amount that’s going toward interest … Read more

Like all fluids in your vehicle, power steering fluid plays an important and specific role in keeping your car operating at peak performance. This fluid is critical for providing its namesake system with hydraulic assistance so you can turn the steering wheel of your vehicle easily. It also helps lubricate the power steering pump and the steering components. Power steering fluid even prevents corrosion. Because this fluid serves a variety of different purposes, you can see why it’s so important to use the right kind.

Is power steering fluid the same as brake fluid?

Some of the other important fluids in your vehicle, are brake fluid and transmission fluid. While they all have the same overall function — to keep your car running smoothly —they all have different properties to help them do their specific jobs.

No, power steering fluid isn’t the same as brake fluid, and you should never … Read more

When it comes to getting car help, there’s no shortage of things that owners want to know. And there’s no shortage of important vehicle-related information to learn. Start with the essentials. Take a look at five of the most common car questions drivers ask car mechanics — and their answers.

1. Why does my “check engine” light come on?

One of the common reasons your check engine light comes on has an easy (and free) solution. If your gas cap wasn’t put on tightly the last time you filled the tank, it can affect the pressure in the fuel-delivery system — and that triggers the check engine warning. Try tightening your gas cap first. If that doesn’t work, see your mechanic; it could be anything from a failing catalytic converter to faulty spark plugs to an oxygen sensor failure.[1] Because this light could indicate a number of different problems, … Read more