Books
J. K. Lasser's Guide for Tough Times by Barbara Weltman The challenges of today's economic environment go far beyond a volatile stock market. Things have changed dramatically in the worlds of housing, credit, and employment as well. And while these events will undoubtedly affect us, there are numerous tax-related and financial situations that can help you weather this economic storm. Filled with helpful information, this J.K. Lasser book will help .
The New Working Woman' Guide to Retirement Planning by Martha Priddy Patterson Only 21% of working women over 40 expect to receive, or are receiving retirement benefits. Of those women who do receive benefits, most will receive only one-third of those received by their male colleagues. Many more women than men work for companies that do not provide any retirement benefits. Now is the time to plan and save. This book provides ideas and strategies to get started.
Save Your Retirement: What to do if You Haven't Saved Enough or if Your Investments were Devasted by the Market Meltdown by Frank Armstrong, III and Paul B. Brown Learn from expert finanical planners on how to rebuild savings and where to put your savings. This little book offers advice for those 5 years from retirement to those just starting out in their professions.
The Difference: How Anyone Can Prosper in the Event of the Toughest Times by Jean Chatzky Best selling author, Jean Chatzky offers advice and strategies to investors. How did the wealthy make their fortunes? Chatzky, through interviews and research fines
You Don't Have to Be Rich: Comfort, Happiness and Financial Security on Your Own Terms by Jean Chatzky Chatzky, a well-known financial writer, turns her research in a different direction: Does being rich really make one happy? She found out, not so. Her revelations may help investors save and enjoy life at the same time. Take a deep breath, and check out this book to find out how to be happy and comfortable.
There are many more books at The Barberton Public Library on retirement and investing. Ask any librarian for help in locating these books.
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Websites
Here are just a few websites devoted to retirement planning.
About. com Learn about retirement at this website. About.com has basic advice and links to other retirement websites.
MyMoney.com This site is sponsored by the U.S. Financial Literacy and Education Commission. Visitors to this site can link to all types of retirment and financial planning sites.
Social Security Retirement Planner The Social Security Administration has developed this site for those who will use Social Security as a retirement fund.
CNN Money The CNN network has developed this website to help with retirement planning.
Motley Fool: How to Retire in Style Motley Fool is well know for financial planning and investing. This is a link to advice and strategy on how to save for a comfortable retirement.