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10 Minute Guide to Short-Term Retirement Planning (10 Minute Guides)

10 Minute Guide to Short-Term Retirement Planning (10 Minute Guides)

Gringos in Paradise: An American Couple Builds Their Retirement Dream House in a Seaside Village in Mexico

Gringos in Paradise: An American Couple Builds Their Retirement Dream House in a Seaside Village in Mexico Customer Review: I couldn’t have said it better myself!
Having just completed out first year living in a different small seaside town in Mexico, I can attest to the authenticity of Barry and Thia’s experiences and appreciate their outlook on living in Mexico. I found myself following my husband around, reading passages out loud to him, i.e., “You’ve got to hear this!” Golson does an especially good job of describing the naivete with which they (and we) began the experience and the incremental ways they learned to love a side of Mexico you can only experience as a resident.

The hopes and the frustrations involved in building a home here are accurately and humorously described. But for me, the real value of this book is the unpretentious way he describes the development of their deep affection for Mexico and Mexicans. My husband and I have reached the same conclusions, through a series of experiences that are very similar to theirs.

If you are considering a move to Mexico, this is an instructive read – not so much for the information about homebuilding (although it IS helpful and accurate) but more for the story of acclimation to a culture that is SO much more different than you could ever imagine.

Many authors have taken advantage of the growing trend to move south and we have read most of them. Along with Don Adam’s book (Head for Mexico), this is the one I would recommend.

Customer Review: One of the best of its genre
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Golson writes in a witty, down-to-earth style that engages the reader and leaves you wanting more. So many of the “American moves to paradise” authors come off as either arrogant or complaining know-it-alls. Barry Golson is neither, and his zest for participating in the very life of his adopted second home is refreshing. A great read.

When Can I Tell My Boss, “I Quit!”: Seven Lessons for Financial and Personal Rebirth in Retirement

When Can I Tell My Boss, “I Quit!”: Seven Lessons for Financial and Personal Rebirth in Retirement

Are you one of thousands of Americans who are thinking of retiring or have already? Do you have the same questions: When can I quit? Will I run out of money? How can I get organized? When should I start Social Security? Should I pay off the house? What investments are best for me? Do I need long term care insurance?

Do you have personal concerns such as, what should I do with the rest of my life? How do I want to be remembered? What can I give?

This lively book is the author’s story from years of advising people about these concerns. Through interesting advice, he offers Seven Lessons for your money and your life. You’ll learn the best use of your resources; how to lower taxes; and how to protect yourself from inflation. New products and little known strategies for success will surprise you. You’ll be able to avoid the problems most retired people don’t know they’ll face. The author’s practical advice is guaranteed to help you vanquish your money worries.

Although money management is important, the author also stresses that the second half of life is a great opportunity for personal growth in new ways. Plan for successful changes and embrace them!

Customer Review: Page Turner
It was a page turner, especially for a book about money. I read it in two sittings and it’s made me understand and think more about my own decisions more carefully and the things I should start doing.
Carol Epstein, former executive at Burlington Northern
Customer Review: NOT the Usual Retirement or Financial Planning Book
This is an easy-to-read and understand–and sometimes entertaining, book about planning for the second half of your life. Nelson makes the point that
it isn’t “all about the money”. He has a holistic approach to fashioning a meaningful life in retirement; finding joy, and leaving a legacy that’s greater than the sum of the assets. Part financial sense; common sense, and philosophy. A must read for anyone who has ever had a dream.

How Much Is Enough Balancing Today’s Needs with Tomorrow’s Retirement Goals

How Much Is Enough Balancing Today’s Needs with Tomorrow’s Retirement Goals Questions concerning retirement savings abound, but the one question on everyone’s mind is, “”How much is enough to provide for the type of retirement I want?”" How Much Is Enough? provides the answer by helping readers build a customized plan. Author and financial planning expert Diane McCurdy clearly explains how to save on taxes and invest wisely, so that readers can find the money they need to reach their retirement goals. Readers will also learn how to comfortably work with financial advisors and manage the investments needed for retirement. Filled with in-depth insight and practical advice, How Much Is Enough? is a refreshing approach to defining retirement goals and building a personalized plan to reach them.
Customer Review: Is Your “Money Attitude” Putting You at Risk?
As a CPA and attorney whose practice is devoted to addressing clients’ retirement and estate planning needs I especially liked that Diane McCurdy’s How Much is Enough: Balancing Today’s Needs with Tomorrow’s Retirement Goals helps readers figure out their “money attitude.” For instance, are you a spender or a saver? Once you understand your own spending patterns and habits you can take steps to avoid the financial pitfalls common to each attitude. Perhaps the most important benefit of the book is that it helps readers choose their “Enough Number”–the amount that will be “Enough” for them after they retire. And she doesn’t forget to factor in all of those things that concern us the most, like how we will afford those special luxuries on our retirement wish lists. Great job Diane! I will definitely be recommending How Much is Enough to my clients.

James Lange, CPA/Attorney and author of Retire Secure! Pay Taxes Later: The Key to Making Your Money Last as Long as You Do
Customer Review: Now VS Later
I’m part of the baby boomer generation and as we near retirement age, we worry. Have we lived too extravagantly and not planned and saved enough for retirement?
That’s what this book is all about. McCurdy reminds us that it’s never a good idea to go into debt unnecessarily. She recommends finding inexpensive ways to treat yourself and saving up for the big things. Too many people that I know have indulged themselves with fancy cars and exotic vacations without thought for the future. Here’s a book that will help balance out current needs (and desires) while helping plan for retirement.

Yes, You Can Still Retire Comfortably!: The Baby-Boom Retirement Crisis and How to Beat It

Yes, You Can Still Retire Comfortably!: The Baby-Boom Retirement Crisis and How to Beat It

Customer Review: Love Ben !!
Really enjoyed this book. I’m an experienced investor and still came away with useful information. For those who believe this was all gloom & doom….WAKE UP ! While I do believe they used a worst case scenerio their messages are right on. Start saving now, live below your means and learn about various investment options so you can take care of yourself in retirement. Great book to help pull peoples head out of the sand. I love Ben !!
Customer Review: Retirement Planning Made Comfortable
Ben Stein & Phil DeMuth have a simple rule for the new millennium: “If you’re old enough to have sex, you’re old enough to save for retirement.” The same could be said for reading “YES, YOU CAN RETIRE COMFORTABLY!” Though targeted primarily for Baby Boomers, many facing an immanent retirement crisis, this fact based easily understandable book will benefit every generation old enough to reproduce.

The news is not good. The government does not have the resources to handle the Social Security and Medicare obligations of the soon to retire Baby Boomers let alone the generations that will follow them. Nor is there a plan in place to remedy this impending crisis. So don’t count on Uncle Sam. For the 16% of Americans that that receives guaranteed-benefit pensions from their employers, things look a little better, but that’s assuming the plan is adequately funded and that you’ll ultimately get the benefit. Don’t count on that either. According to the authors, “The pension liability has the potential to mushroom into one of the largest financial crises in U.S. history.” How about 401 K’s, the do it yourself pension alternative? On average 401 K balances are abysmally low. Whoa!

That’s a lot of doom and gloom to absorb, and if you’re waiting to hear who’s coming to the rescue: it’s you. Stop spending, start saving and start making wise investment decisions. No quick fixes. Ninety percent of the book is devoted to addressing the problem. The plan you need to follow is laid out in detail. What’s more, it’s a fun read because Stein and DeMuth write with clarity and humor.

Advanced Retirement Planning

Advanced Retirement Planning

America’s growing crisis: Access to affordable health care : hearing before the Subcomittee on Retirement Income and Employment of the Select Committee … session, September 4, 1992, Vineland, NJ

America’s growing crisis: Access to affordable health care : hearing before the Subcomittee on Retirement Income and Employment of the Select Committee … session, September 4, 1992, Vineland, NJ

Enjoy Retirement (52 Brilliant Ideas)

Enjoy Retirement (52 Brilliant Ideas)

The Retirement Myth: What You Must Know Now to Prosper in the Coming Meltdown of Job Security, Pension Plans, Social Security, the Stock Market, Hou

The Retirement Myth: What You Must Know Now to Prosper in the Coming Meltdown of Job Security, Pension Plans, Social Security, the Stock Market, Hou Customer Review: Long in the tiooth
The Retirement Myth is a good book. The silver bullet theory is a real eye opener. By the way, this book can be used by all generations of people. Mr Karpel does a good job in incorporating much data into his book. He does a great job dissecting the three legged stool and says we need to incorporate a fourth leg. A j-o-b. Some points in his book are debatable such as employers providing resources to “old” people so they do not become “outdated”. Clearly it is the responsibility of each individual to continually add to their skills. Alas, Mr. Karpel then proceeds to indicate the stock market as the future for investment income. This is ironic because he states how the “market” will be affected by the baby-boomers. He should have asked for a co-author for ideas on how to sure up income for the future. A great book for that is Richest Man in Babylon. Mr. Karpel does get his point across about retirement being a myth. Now one must continue to read to learn more on how to prepare for the future.
Customer Review: Still the best book about the coming retirement crisis.
I have read this book three times and taken detailed notes. After 11 years it is still the best book about the impending Boomer retirement crisis and how to prepare. Very well written and funny. This book is an absolute must read regardless of your age.

After half-century, PERS remains focused on return. (Focus Insurance & Employee Benefits).(Public Employees’ Retirement System of Mississippi): An article from: Mississippi Business Journal

After half-century, PERS remains focused on return. (Focus Insurance & Employee Benefits).(Public Employees’ Retirement System of Mississippi): An article from: Mississippi Business Journal This digital document is an article from Mississippi Business Journal, published by Venture Publications on February 10, 2003. The length of the article is 895 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

Citation Details
Title: After half-century, PERS remains focused on return. (Focus Insurance & Employee Benefits).(Public Employees’ Retirement System of Mississippi)
Author: Wally Northway
Publication: Mississippi Business Journal (Magazine/Journal)
Date: February 10, 2003
Publisher: Venture Publications
Volume: 25 Issue: 6 Page: 24(1)

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