Five Mistakes to Avoid in Your First Year of Retirement

An older man celebrates while sitting on his sofa.

After a 45-year career, this is the summer of John! Your first summer of freedom since you were a college student.

I know you've got a long bucket list with faraway destinations begging to be crossed off. You've got a home that's desperate for upgrades and a fresh coat of paint. Your grass is finally going to be greener than Bill's next door. Seven Saturdays, baby!