Another feature of the Baby Boom Generation moving into retirement is the plethora of books written on the subject. Retirement for Dummies is part of the Dummies series of books on how to do everything. Of course, it’s very general, but it raises some issues to consider and has some helpful advice. A recent book by author Stan Hinden has the catchy title “How to Retire Happy: The 12 Most Important Decisions You Must Make Before You Retire”. I can’t summarize the book in a blog, but you’ll get an idea from the chapter titles:
Am I Ready To Retire?
Can I Afford To Retire?
When Should I Apply For Social Security?
How Should I Take My Pension Payments?
What Should I Do With The Money In My Company Savings Plan?
When Do I Have To Take Money Out Of My IRAs?
How Should I Invest During Retirement?
What Should I Do About Health Insurance?
What Should I Do To Prepare For Serious Illness?
Where Do I Want To Live After I Retire?
How Should I Arrange My Estate To Save On Taxes and Avoid Probate?
How Can I Age Successfully?