5 Reasons to Retire in Palm Beach County, Florida
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfJ4jD6dZrM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfJ4jD6dZrM
So, you are a retiring senior who wants to escape cold winters, and you think that Florida might be the answer. You’re not interested in living in a big city; however, you still want to live somewhere where you can have cultural experiences along with the charm of a smaller town. In other words, you would prefer to retire somewhere where it’s not only strip malls and tourist attractions. Well, you’re in luck because FirstLantic has put together a list of six towns in Florida that are known for their beauty, quality of life, and mild weather. Don’t be surprised if one of these towns captures your heart! Winter Park Just north of the tourist attractions in Orlando is a quaint town called Winter [...]
For a lot of people, Halloween is their favorite time of the year and the process of figuring out a costume is the best part! But rather than going out and buying a costume this year, try creating your own. FirstLantic (with a lot of help from Good Housekeeping) has put together some ideas for DIY costumes that you can make quickly while also standing apart from the crowd! Believe us, if you wear any of these costumes you are bound to get a good chuckle from your friends. 1. It’s Raining Men This one is really easy! Cut out some photos of some cute men ie Brad Pitt, Taye Diggs, Chris Pine, George Clooney (you get the “picture” – pardon the pun) and [...]
As many of you know, October is breast cancer awareness month. And while strides are being made every day in research, detection, and treatment, there are still too many women and men that die from the disease every year. In fact, breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death among women in the United States and the first leading cause of cancer death among women globally. So, FirstLantic has put together a short quiz on the facts and the fiction about breast cancer. Take the quiz and test your knowledge and ensure that you have the most up to date information. Please feel free to share – it could save someone’s life. Answers can be found at the end of the quiz: [...]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=crjuIC_8Z1Y
Let’s face it – most of us really don’t want to look precisely our age if we’re over 40. We don't want to appear 20 years younger either, but we do want to look and feel our best. We exercise, try to eat our vegetables (and may get an occasional Botox injection), but most of us are probably still eating foods that wreak havoc on our skin without even realizing it. So, FirstLantic.com has identified a list of foods that could contribute to premature aging so that you can try to eliminate them from your diet entirely or at least cut back substantially. Trust us; your skin will thank you! Salt and salty foods: While a little salt doesn’t hurt you, overconsumption of salt [...]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I0Q6XIp1hH4
It’s a fact that most of us could probably be better at managing our finances. For example, maybe you don’t need to buy that latte every day when you could just as easily make coffee at home. That said, there are small bad decisions like the latte and there are much larger bad decisions. This blog is about making better choices so that you don’t regret it later in life. FirstLantic wants you to be prepared to not only enjoy your retirement but also to avoid that worry bubble hanging over your head. Save more – We know that’s not a revolutionary concept but it’s a fact that you will have more if you save more. Many of us don’t have a lot of [...]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_P1z5IVLYjI
Finding out that someone you love has dementia can be devastating. Unfortunately, by the time that most people notice the symptoms, the disease may have already progressed significantly. However, there are early warning signs that can help you identify if a loved one is suffering so that you can seek treatment sooner as well as ensure that you are better prepared for when the disease gets worse. In addition, numerous resources exist that provide the most up to date information on clinical research, support groups, and treatment options. FirstLantic Healthcare has put together the following guide so that you know how to spots the signs of dementia and how to find support if necessary. Early warning signs: It’s important to recognize the difference [...]