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Investment Income Strategies For Retirees: Boost Your Passive Earnings


Published on 2025-03-12 23:01:39 - Forbes
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  • Various strategies, including bonds, life insurance, and annuities, can generate investment income during retirement. Maximize your opportunities to meet financial goals.

The article from Forbes discusses various investment income strategies tailored for retirees to enhance their passive earnings. It emphasizes the importance of shifting from growth-focused investments to income-generating assets as one approaches retirement. Key strategies include investing in dividend-paying stocks, which provide regular income and potential for capital appreciation; bonds, particularly municipal bonds for tax advantages; real estate investment trusts (REITs) for high dividend yields; and annuities for guaranteed income. The article also highlights the need for diversification to manage risk, the benefits of laddering bond investments to ensure liquidity and income stability, and the consideration of inflation-protected securities like TIPS. Additionally, it touches on the importance of understanding one's risk tolerance and financial needs in retirement, suggesting a balanced approach between safety and income generation to ensure financial security in later years.

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