Planning for Retirement

Too many people retire on a wing and a prayer, hoping to survive on Social Security and small pension funds. But we're all living much longer than our parents and grandparents did, and if you don't have a financial plan for retirement, you're likely to outlive your money. These articles, many taken from a year-long retirement planning series Karen E. Klein wrote for Newsday in 2003, will prepare you for a long-term retirement plan.

Taking it Easy Takes a Little Work

Have a Plan for Hiring a Financial Planner

Managing Retirement Without Kids

Not Ready for Retirement? You've Got Company!

Calculating Realistic Financial Goals

Strategies for Boosting Your Income

Preparing for a Worst-Case Scenario

Planning an Exit Strategy

Make Final Choice Yourself


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