Introduction
(Edition 2)
Dear Friends,
At 55, I realized my savings weren’t enough. The bills kept stacking up, and the retirement I had once pictured started to feel like it was slipping away.
But instead of giving up, I went searching for answers. I learned how to cut everyday costs, stretch my prescriptions (sometimes even get them for free), and discovered side incomes that brought in extra cash. The changes were real, and they worked.
Friends and family began asking me to share what I was doing, and that’s when it hit me: this could help so many more people.
That’s why I created The O55 Report, a space for people like us who want to live smarter, save more, and make the most out of life after 55.
Every week you’ll receive topics like:
Practical budget hacks
Money and retirement catch-up strategies
Income-generating side hustles
Lifestyle and mindset boosts
And one guaranteed tip that helps you save money
With care,
Mike Bridges
Founder, The O55 Report
Feature Article
When I hit 55, one of the first thoughts that kept me up at night was: “What if I outlive my money?” If you’ve ever had that thought, I want you to know something — you’re not alone, and you’re not out of options.
You don’t have to work 80-hour weeks, learn complicated tech, or start some flashy online business to bring in extra income. The best side hustles for people our age are often the simplest ones — things that fit our lifestyle, tap into our experience, and don’t drain the joy from our days.
As saliva production decreases, so does the ability to make stomach acid that digests food. Dietary changes may be necessary to ensure that nutrients are still being processed.
Senses deteriorate with age, including the ability to taste and smell. This can lead to overuse of salt and sugar in some foods for seniors. Too much salt and sugar can lead to other health problems, such as high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes.
CRAZY EIGHTS OF THE WEEK
On This Day: October 31, 1950
Across the country, communities celebrated what became the first organized nationwide “trick-or-treat” night. What began as small neighborhood gatherings soon evolved into a cherished American tradition — children dressed in homemade costumes, neighbors greeting one another at the door, and streets filled with laughter.
It marked a simpler time in post-war America, when connection and community meant everything — and a handful of candy could make a child’s entire evening.
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