Would you like to get rich? Now that the house is quiet, it can’t hurt to try. Being an empty nester can be a great feeling. You get to see your kids thrive on their own. You can enjoy your spouse without the distraction of catering to a full house. You are also probably settled into your career and have retirement and other financial goals on your radar. Here are some easy tips to follow if you want to get rich as an empty nester so that you can enjoy having a home to yourself and accomplish your financial goals.

Consider downsizing
Once your kids have moved out of the house for good, you may find that you have more room than you know what to do with. You may also find that the older you get, the more difficulty you have cleaning and maintaining your home and yard. Selling your current home and buying a smaller, less expensive home can put you on the fast track to living comfortably, especially if you can use the profits from selling your home to pay off some other debt or to pad your retirement account.

Find ways to spend less and save more
This means looking at your income and expenses and figuring out where you can cut back so you can put more money into saving and investing. Take a close look at your cell phone and cable bills and see if you are paying for more services than you need. Also, start clipping coupons from the Sunday paper so you can save money at the pharmacy and the grocery store. Even though you may only be saving a few cents on the dollar, the savings add up over time and you may find that your financial situation lets you spend and save on things you weren’t able to before. If you want to get rich, not wasting money is a good place to start.

Talk to a professional
If you haven’t already, now may be a good time to talk to a professional in the field of financial advising. When you are facing a financial transition such as retirement, a financial advisor can help you prepare your finances and navigate the process of moving from one stage to the next. Talk to friends and family, as well as a representative from your bank to find reputable financial advisors are in your area.