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Wondering how to start a business after retirement?
Here’s a quick overview:
- Choose a simple, low-risk business idea
- Validate the demand (before spending money)
- Set up your legal structure and finances
- Build an online presence
- Get your first paying customer
Each of these steps ...
What is an encore career?
An encore career is a second-act job or venture that combines purpose, income, and flexibility—designed to fit your life after retirement. These roles often draw on your existing skills and life experience while allowing you to contribute in ways that feel energizing,...
Wondering how to find purpose in retirement now that your career chapter is behind you?
This guide helps you reconnect with what lights you up—so your days feel rich in meaning, not just activity.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
- Why purpose matters more than ever after 55
- How to reflect on ...
Looking for remote jobs that work well after retirement?
Here’s a quick summary of what you’ll find in this guide:
- The best remote job types for retirees
- Skills you already have—and how to apply them online
- Where to find legitimate remote work opportunities
- How to avoid scams and sta...
Starting a business after retirement changes how you think about money.
You’re not just managing retirement savings—you’re navigating self-employment taxes, variable income, legal risks, and strategic withdrawals. This guide helps you bring it all together.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
- How ...
Looking for business tools that won’t overwhelm you?
This guide is built for entrepreneurs in retirement who want clarity—not complexity. Whether you're starting an Etsy shop, offering freelance services, or building a community-based business, this article shows you exactly what you need (and ...
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✍️ About the Author
Curt Roese is a CPA, entrepreneur, real estate broker, and a graduate student in entrepreneurship at the University of Florida. With over 40 years of experience in finance, small business, and real estate, Curt understands the challenges and opportunities that come with embarking on a new chapter after retirement.
He founded Retirepreneur to help others navigate this transition, offering straightforward tools, honest advice, and practical strategies for launching second-act businesses.
His mission is to empower retirees to live a vibrant, fulfilling, financially secure future!