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11 Ways Boomers Waste Money in Retirement

April 5, 2023 · Personal Finance
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Buying too many presents for your grandchildren

I know you want to spoil your grandkids, and that’s exactly why you’re such a wonderful grandparent. However, there’s no need for you to spend your retirement funds on flashy new toys or designer outfits.

There’s nothing your grandkids would love more from you than simply spending time with them, teaching them how to read and navigate through life, or simply being there when they need you. Trust me, no amount of money or gifts could ever compare with that. Besides, you need to factor in the fact that their parents don’t want this for them.

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