The Hard Times Guide to Retirement Security: Practical Strategies for Money, Work, and Living

"I can't think of a single colleague, friend, or loved one who wouldn't benefit enormously from reading Mark Miller's smart and lively guide no matter how far away they are, or think they are, from retirement. Personally, I only wish he had written it sooner."
--Eric Effron, Executive Editor, "The Week"

"One of the sharpest observers on retirement, Miller offers instructive ideas to help readers address the challenges they'll face in the years ahead."
--Eric Schurenberg, Editorial Director, CBS "MoneyWatch.com"

How you can have a happy and fulfilling retirement in a tough economy

The Great Recession has placed a wake-up call to America's baby boomers. Many have not saved enough for retirement and have not taken a hard look at how many post-work years they may need to finance.

Written in a straightforward and accessible style, "The Hard Times Guide to Retirement Security" tackles the tough questions about retirement in the new post-crash economy. With this book, you'll learn how to:

Boost lifetime income through better planning--and working just a few additional years

Recalibrate damaged retirement portfolios

Insure against the risk of outliving your assets

Hire a financial advisor whose first loyalty is to you--not to Wall Street

Manage the risk of health-care expense in retirement

Rethink housing in the wake of the real estate crash

Stay employed, find a job after age 50--or become a midlife entrepreneur

Engaging and informative, this practical guide provides the strategies needed for a truly fulfilling and secure retirement. Less