Retire Happy: What You Can Do Now to Guarantee a Great Retirement (USA TODAY/Nolo Series)
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| Rating | : | 4.85 (636 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 141330835X |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 264 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-04-23 |
| Language | : | English |
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"Retire Happy" according to Ulla N. Evans. My husband and I are both retired so not all of the information was revelvant; however, especially the chapters dealing with the non-financial aspects of retirement are some of the best and most concise essays on those topics. For us, it provided an excellent review and got us rethinking our priorities in retirement.The financial information is similar to what you would get in other retirement planning books. The 2008 date makes it more current than the R. "Retirement Review" according to Charles H. Johnson. In the overall world, boomers are going to be asked to buy many books that will tell you the same thing.If you've not saved for retirement early, your in deep trouble. If you've not done any planning your in trouble. There is no easy way out.. a MUST HAVE reference Gordon L. Hamilton After reading part of this book, I bought several copies for fellow workers. The book itself is very comprehensive but, even better, it provides references to other sources including websites.Alternate viewpoints on topics such as tapping 401k or other funds are presented. [The book presents data rather than "preaching".]This book has also convinced me to lower my blood pressure and lose weight based on data provided!
They encourage you to balance financial concerns with a lifestyle you always envisioned for yourself. It’s easy to be preoccupied with stock portfolios, 401(k) balances and saving options, but true happiness in retirement comes from simpler, more enjoyable things like an active social life, family time and leisurely travel. In Retire Happy: What You Can Do Now to Guarantee a Great Retirement, author Rich Stim and Nolo co-founder Jake Warner show you how to become rich in the ways that matter most. A great retirement isn’t just about having your financial situation in order. Even more importantly, it advises you to make personal preparations for life after work, including: cultivating interests outside workleading a healthier lifestylerevitalizing family relati
Covers all the bases -- health, finances, relationships and how to create a life worth sticking around for. (Library Journal 2009-01-01)If you are among the majority of people who have never tried to calculate their financial needs for retirement, this book is worth it just for these discussions. (Bob Clyatt 2009-01-01)This is a straight-forward guide that explains the essentials that need to be addressed to ensure a terrific retirement. (Jenny McKinney About, Retirement Planning Guide 2009-01-01)Particularly useful is the section on calculating the amount needed for a long and secure retirement. (St. Petersburg Times 2009-01-01)
Warner holds a law degree from Boalt Hall School of Law at the University of California at Berkeley and an undergraduate degree from Princeton. . He began publishing do-it-yourself law books written by him and his colleagues after numerous publishers rejected them. Ralph Warner is widely recogni