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"In 2014, Liz Thames and her husband, Nate, were conventional young urban professionals working nine-to-five jobs. But the rat race had worn them down, and they dreamed of becoming modern-day homesteaders in rural Vermont. Determined to retire as early as possible in order to start living each day--as opposed to wishing time away working for the weekends--they enaceted a plan to save as much money as they could. In less than three years, Liz and Nate...
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"A highly readable personal finance book that translates financial jargon and enables readers to ask the tough questions to protect their money and their financial well-being In today's unsettled financial markets, where most pension plans died out with the twentieth century and where no one's certain of the future of Social Security, hardworking people turn to financial advisors to guide them to a worry-free financial lifestyle. But do you really...
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Why do some people effortlessly achieve financial success, yet others never do?
You've worked hard to become financially successful, but you still feel frustrated. Unfortunately, rising inflation, rampant consumerism, and the growing length of retirement make this scenario all too common. A million dollars just isn't what it used to be. How can you finally stop worrying and begin enjoying the fruits of your success?
In Spiraling Up, financial...
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In America today, 10,000 baby boomers turn age 65 and are left with the difficult and complicated decision about what they should do with their Social Security retirement benefits. Bob Carlson, editor of the website Retirement Watch and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Fairfax County Employees' Retirement System, has created a clear and concise guide on how to navigate the convoluted Social Security rules Americans ages 60 to 66 face today....
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How to Settle Down in Costa Rica and Enjoy Your Retirement to the Fullest. Are you done working so hard, taking care of your kids, and saving up for retirement?
Are you now free to get out from behind your office desk and have more fun as you retire?
Do you want to have the best possible option on where to settle down and how to achieve it?
You've got the funds. You've got more free time. You still have plenty of energy to explore more of what...
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Dick and Jane are in trouble—money trouble. Like their friends, and maybe like you, they struggle to stay afloat on a sea of debt. After listening to a radio program, they discover there might be a way out. But it will be hard. It will hurt. Can they do it? They are in debt. They face car repairs and job losses. Dare they think they could possibly retire in comfort someday? Is retiring early an impossible dream or something they could actually achieve?...
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When you approach the end of your career, you may have the assets you need to retire, but do you have a game plan to live comfortably, spend what you've saved, and never outlive your money? This is a major stumbling block for many people as they approach retirement, but it doesn't have to be. You can live the life you've always envisioned-travel, a second home, time with grandchildren-without having to micromanage your money or fearing it will run...
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Ric Edelman, America's most successful financial advisor, has revised and updated his classic personal finance bestseller to reflect the new global economic outlook. In his 4th edition of The Truth About Money, Edelman tells you everything you need to know about money-an essential, yet delightfully breezy and accessible, must-read manual for anyone who may have previously sought the financial wisdom of Suze Orman and Jean Chatzky. The Truth About...
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Retirement is looming. Do you know your safe withdrawal rate?
Applying a simple rule to a complex financial situation is just asking for trouble. When retirement is approaching, it's important to determine the maximum amount of money you can withdraw from savings without running out. Financial experts will tell you the oversimplified rule of thumb: 4%.
Too many people follow the advice without asking further questions.
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“The Wealth Creation Myth”, what they know, and you don't, is the third book from author and wealth management veteran Ed Moldaver. The book explores the wealth creation and preservation landscape in a way that no other book has. Ed's multi-decade career provides the foundation to understand the 3 basic pillars of the wealth management industry, what works, what doesn't, and why. Ed is consistently one of the highest-ranked advisors in the United...
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"I don't love this job anymore, but should I stay for the pension?" This gut-wrenching question is common for many people working in pensionable careers. But, how much is your pension worth? And, is staying worth it?
Since 2017, Grumpus Maximus has researched and written about this critical decision point, which he calls The Golden Albatross. Having served 20 years in the U.S. Military, he too struggled with the same questions, and now, he helps...
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In this modern economy, retirement planning can be a complex task. Every retirement plan needs to be unique. When you meet with a financial advisor, what are the right questions to ask?
This book is designed to be food for thought. The information is for retirement education purposes only. Naturally views differ amongst professionals, and these eight authors do not necessarily agree with each other and do not necessarily endorse the views of the...
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The destruction of wealth and loss of investment time in the last 10 years is primarily due to the conventional wisdom of Wall Street. This can be avoided the old way of doing things is flawed and can be changed to benefit the investor. This straightforward and uncomplicated book can guide you with your 401(k) investing. Join me in avoiding meltdowns and making event the downturns profitable. The most sensible retirement book you'll ever read
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If you're ready to accelerate your path to prosperity, Financial Freedom Blueprint lays out a proven system for planning and investing to secure your financial independence.
Designed specifically for busy professionals who want to retire early-with enough financial security to last a lifetime-Financial Freedom Blueprint walks you quickly and easily through everything you need to know to speed up that process.
Discover a reliable, seven-step framework...
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Do you feel called to a greater purpose? Is there something you feel you were born to do, something that would make a positive impact on those around you?
So many of us wrestle with this feeling, yet we never get the clarity we need to move forward. Or we try to fill that void with financial success, only to discover that money doesn't bring us fulfillment. Either way, we're stuck wanting more for our lives.
Mark Clure knows that feeling. It's what...
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Design Your Dream Retirement will show you how to visualize your retirement in an optimistic, possibility-filled light, and provide you with the knowledge and tools to help you create a plan for achieving your retirement dreams.
You will be inspired to rediscover and reinvent the real you — the you that has probably been buried by years of adapting to the demands of your career.
While there's no question that saving and financial planning will...
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How much? The answer is deceptively simple, yet most financial advisors won't tell you without charging a hefty fee. But what if you don't have $2,000 for a professional financial plan? What if you don't want to hand over three years of tax returns, only to receive a complex plan you'll never follow? What if you don't have money to invest, depriving the financial advisor of a commission? Can you really figure out how much you need yourself?
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Are you the decision-maker for your company's retirement plan? In legal-speak, that's known as a fiduciary, and it's a heavy responsibility.
In fact, you're probably aware that you're personally liable for your decisions, and you've probably heard all the horror stories about lawsuits against companies like yours and people like you. You may also be facing immense pressure from your employees and coworkers, who are trusting you to make decisions...
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When it was first published, What If Boomers Can't Retire? predicted what would happen when boomers switched from buying stocks to selling them for retirement income. Since then-and as predicted by author Thornton Parker-stocks have become less important, prices have declined, corporations have shifted their emphasis from inflating stocks to just surviving, and there is currently a recession in full swing. This book shows that there is a bright side,...
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Planning for retirement can be a scary thought, whether it is just around the corner or years in the future. Martin Hawes, one of New Zealand's best-known experts on personal financial answers all of the questions that may be keeping you up at night: How much will I need to retire? Can I ever afford to stop working? How do I make sure my money lasts as long as I do?
Working out how you can achieve a regular monthly retirement income is more difficult...
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