Decluttering 55+ with Michelle Passoff
This podcast is tailor-made for Baby Boomers and their kids! Dive into weekly conversations with authors, experts, gurus, and geeks for news you can use. Topics include Health and Fitness, relationship matters, memoirs, digital decluttering, what to do next, where to live, and how to get your financial house in order. We'll take whatever you're sweeping under the carpet and put it on the table so we can learn, grow, and invigorate our lives to make room for what matters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
In this conversation, Michelle Passoff discusses the topic of Estate Planning with guest Ray Console. They explore the importance of Estate Planning. 67% of people die without a will which can cause family chaos. It's time to look at estate planning as a responsible gift to your loved ones.
Takeaways:
- Living Trusts vs. Wills
- Trust: Legal entity for asset management.
- Living Trust: Managed during one’s lifetime; without a w...
In this episode of Decluttering 55 Plus, host Michelle Passoff discusses the importance of getting your legal matters in order, specifically focusing on the Power of Attorney. Guest Darby Jones, an experienced fiduciary, explains the significance of having a Power of Attorney in place for all adults, regardless of their financial status. The conversation covers the essentials of estate planning, the responsibilities of a Power of A...
The conversation is about the Silver Sneakers program, a fitness and wellness program for Medicare-eligible members aged 65 and above. The program includes fitness center memberships and specialized virtual classes. The guest, Sharlyn Green, explains the different formats and benefits of the program. She also discusses the importance of exercise for older adults and provides guidelines for exercise frequency and types. The conversa...
In this conversation, Michelle Passoff interviews Allan Misner, a health and fitness expert, about exercise regimens for individuals over the age of 55. They discuss the importance of starting slowly and gradually increasing intensity, the need for a strong mindset and emotional commitment to change, and the benefits of resistance training, balance exercises, and cardio workouts. Allan emphasizes the importance of being fit for tas...
In this episode of Decluttering 55 Plus, host Michelle Passoff discusses the importance of memoirs and storytelling as a means of preserving family history and legacy. She interviews Cameron Graham, co-founder of Storii, a service that allows individuals to record their life stories through automated phone calls. The conversation covers how Storii works, its affordability, and the emotional impact it has on families. Listeners are ...
In this episode of Decluttering 55 Plus, host Michelle Passoff discusses the importance of decluttering, particularly in relation to managing and preserving photos. She speaks with photo manager Tavner McKelley about the role of photo managers in helping individuals organize their photos, both digital and print, and the emotional significance of preserving memories. They explore the costs associated with hiring a photo manager, the...
In this episode, we talk with Melissa Hayes, a seasoned real estate professional and founder of Liberty Tiny Village, a 55+ community in Aubrey, Texas, about the growing appeal of tiny house living. As people enter new life chapters, decluttering and redefining their lifestyle—health, finances, relationships, and housing—can open the door to simpler, more intentional living. Melissa shares how she transitioned from traditional real...
Decluttering 55 Plus with Michelle Passoff explores decluttering not just physical items but also different aspects of life that may be holding people back. In this episode, Michelle discusses co-housing as an alternative living arrangement for seniors with guests Trish Becker and Diane Wiley.
Core Principles of Co-Housing:
*Shared Space: Private homes with communal areas like dining rooms, gardens, and r...
Decluttering 55 Plus with Michelle Passoff explores how decluttering is a life management tool. Her book Lighten Up addresses how clutter keeps us stuck. This episode discusses volunteering, featuring Steve Thaxton, Executive Director of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI). OLLI offers lifelong learning and volunteer opportunities for those 50+, with 125 institutes across the U.S. Volunteers contribute through teachin...
In this episode of Decluttering 55 Plus, host Michelle Passoff speaks with Dr. James R. Gregory about life after retirement. They discuss the challenges and opportunities that come with this transition, including finding new passions, the journey of writing novels, and the importance of creativity in later years. Dr. Gregory shares his personal experiences, insights on retirement planning, and the inspiration behind his w...
In this episode of Decluttering 55 Plus, host Michelle Passoff discusses the concept of 'next level clutter' and introduces the Under My Roof app, designed to help individuals organize their home inventory and important documents. The conversation emphasizes the importance of maintaining a home inventory for insurance purposes, estate planning, and overall organization. Diane Hamilton, co-founder of the app, explains how ...
In this episode, Michelle Passoff discusses running your estate sale. She provides tips on how to prepare for the sale, organize the items, price them, and promote the event. Michelle also shares advice on setting up the sale to maximize security and flow of traffic. She emphasizes the importance of planning and recruiting a team to help with the process. Michelle concludes by suggesting alternatives, such as hiring a professional ...
Michelle Passoff introduces Decluttering 55 Plus, a platform for baby boomers to navigate life changes through decluttering. She emphasizes that clutter isn't just physical but also a mental barrier to moving forward. In her discussion, she welcomes George Higby, a certified appraiser known for The Antique Nomad YouTube channel, to provide insights on identifying and selling valuable items.
George explains the role of an ap...
In this conversation, Michelle Passoff and Mike Judkins discuss estate sales and how they can help people prepare for a move or downsize. They explain what an estate sale is and how it works, including the role of estate sale companies. They also discuss estate sales.org, a website that allows estate liquidators to advertise their sales and provides a directory of estate sale companies. They talk about the criteria for se...
Join us as we dive into the inspiring journey of Lele Beutel, a former financial planner who turned retirement into a global adventure. From trekking the world to building a Facebook community of 40,000 senior travelers, Lili shares how she found purpose and passion after leaving the 9-to-5. Get ready to be inspired to dust off your own bucket list!
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Meet Anne Goldberg, a 72-year-old mom of two and grandma to three, who transitioned from a 23-year career as an executive recruiter to becoming a tech consultant for baby boomers. In this episode, Anne shares her expert advice on digital decluttering—specifically how to clean up and organize your phone for a clearer, more focused life. Join us as we explore how simplifying your digital space can lead to greater peace of mind and pr...
In this episode, Michelle Passoff sits down with Joshua Mesnik, a filmmaker, educator, and owner of WiseOn Tech, about how AI and everyday technology can make life easier and more creative for older adults. Josh explains what AI really is, how long we’ve been using it without realizing it, and simple ways baby boomers can start benefiting from tools like Google Gemini and ChatGPT. Together, they discuss staying curious, learning at...
Ann Cueva, owner of Custom Organizing Incorporated, discusses the importance of organizing vital information and documents in case of emergencies or death. She emphasizes the need to be prepared and responsible for one's life emergency. Ann's book, 'Grief Without Chaos: Organization for Emergencies and Death,' provides a workbook to help individuals organize all the necessary information and directions for their loved ones. The boo...
In this conversation, Michelle Passoff discusses planning for retirement beyond just money with Jeff and Judy Snyder. They emphasize that retirement is about more than just financial planning and highlight the importance of addressing other aspects such as identity, health and wellness, and tax planning. They suggest that individuals should reinvent themselves by utilizing their skills and finding joy in new endeavors. They also di...
In this episode, we’re joined by Renee Fry, CEO and co-founder of Gentreo, an online estate planning platform designed to make planning for the future easier and more affordable. Renee shares how Gentreo helps users create wills, healthcare proxies, and other essential documents, all from the comfort of home. Our goal is to inspire you to take initiative—so you can leave a legacy, not a mess.
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