I am 62 years old, single, have a mountain of debt, and want to start a business. Am I in a position to take financial risks?

Dear MarketWatch,

I’m 62 years old, single, in good health, not retired, and working a job I hate. My job is stressful for me, and my boss might fire me at the beginning of the year.

I have a business for which I have already paid the start-up costs. When I come home, I feel so tired and mentally exhausted. I sit in front of the computer and fall asleep. that much…