Many retirees splurge on high-end gear for hobbies like golf, fishing, or painting, expecting to spend a lot of time enjoying these activities.
These bulky and pricey machines promise a complete workout solution right at home. Yet, the motivation to use them regularly declines after the novelty wears off.
High-end coffee makers with all the bells and whistles, such as built-in grinders and milk frothers, seem like a great idea.
Splurging on expensive sheets, duvets, and pillowcases can seem like an investment in better sleep.
From rare stamps to vintage toys, retirees might start collecting items they believe will appreciate.
Sounds great, until you realize you're probably not attending enough formal events in retirement to justify steaming every shirt you own.
Spiralizers, dehydrators, bread makers – the allure of these trendy appliances is strong. But how many zucchini noodles can one person eat?
That treadmill with the virtual reality mountain trek? Super cool! Until you remember that brisk walks in nature or a low-impact yoga class might be a more sustainable way to stay active.
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