From starting a lucrative home-based business to investing to real estate, many retirees need a part-time paycheck to make ends meet. Weltman retirees how to manage their time and income so that they live comfortably.

Offers advice on planning an early retirement, including tips on paying off debts, investing money, and calculating net worth.

A necessary plan for a secure and comfortable retirement. Everybody wants to retire with personal and financial peace of mind. But the question is always; will there be enough money to fund a comfortable lifestyle? That's where this book comes to the rescue, addressing every concievable concern - from healthcare to Social Security - about setting up a sound plan for retirement. And it's never too late to start. ? The Centre for Retirement Research at Boston College reports that 43% of Americans fall short of their pre-retirement income. ? Robert Powell of MarketWatch agrees that 'Americans have little set aside for retirement' ? Written by a nationally recognised financial expert ? Perfect for the nearly eight million baby boomers approaching retirement

A down-to-earth resource for a more-for-me life. Through practical information from an author who works about three days a week, The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Working Less, Earning More will help readers get more time and more money by learning how to: • Think about the modern-day work ethic in a new way. • Set income-focused goals—and achieve them. • Build—and maintain—powerful relationships and networks. • Round out skill sets to be more marketable. • Maximize technology to minimize time spent on minutia. • Avoid time-wasters and efficiency traps.

Identifies the advantages and disadvantages of investing in mutual funds, shows how to select a mutual fund, and looks at ways to reduce taxes.

You're no idiot, of course. You do great work, navigate the shoals of office politics, and still find time to stay at the top of your field. But when you think about making the break into freelancing, you feel like you're about to sail into uncharted waters.

Gain some insight into the game of life... Game Theory means rigorous strategic thinking. It is based on the idea that everyone acts competitively and in his own best interest. With the help of mathematical models, it is possible to anticipate the actions of others in nearly all life's enterprises. This book includes down-to-earth examples and solutions, as well as charts and illustrations designed to help teach the concept. In The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Game Theory, Dr. Edward C. Rosenthal makes it easy to understand game theory with insights into: • The history of the discipline made popular by John Nash, the mathematician dramatized in the film A Beautiful Mind • The role of social behavior and psychology in this amazing discipline • How important game theory has become in our society and why

Advice and guidance on planning for retirement Retirement Planning For Dummies is a one-stop resource to get up to speed on the critical steps needed to ensure you spend your golden years living in the lap of luxury—or at least in the comfort of your own home. When attempting to plan for retirement, web searching alone can cause you more headaches than answers, leaving many to feel overwhelmed and defeated. This book takes the guesswork out of the subject and guides readers while they plan the largest financial obligation of their life. Take stock of your finances Proactively plan for your financial future Seek the help of professionals or go it alone Use online tools to make retirement planning easier Whether you're just starting out with a 401(k) or you’re a seasoned vet with retirement in your near future, this book helps younger and older generations alike how to plan their retirement.

Get the most out of your 401(k) in any economy Filled with sample 401(k) portfolios for every stage of life Invest your 401(k) money wisely and make the most of your retirement Want to know what kind of investment mix you need to make your retirement money grow? Don't know what to do with a 401(k) account from your last job? Worried that your company's 401(k) plan doesn't cut it? Relax! This simple, plain-English guide shows you how to manage your accounts, minimize your risks, and maximize your returns. The Dummies Way * Explanations in plain English * "Get in, get out" information * Icons and other navigational aids * Tear-out cheat sheet * Top ten lists * A dash of humor and fun

Annotation. The second edition of this popular title is completely updated for 2001 tax laws, including the President's Tax Bill.-- Currently, 76 million Baby Boomers are looking ahead to their retirement; when you add in all the people who are eligible to join a 401(k) program, the audience is huge!-- It's important to do your own research on 401(k)s and not just trust the company you work for to get the best deal for you - 55% of the typical 401(k) portfolio is invested in company shares; co-workers investing the same amount of money over the same period of time can have a 100% differential (Money Magazine).-- Likewise, most of the information workers are given by their employers is provided by a particular fund or investment group - information that may be slanted in its own favor.New, improved text referencing stock market volatility and need for diversification -- and how to do it. Expanded text, analysis, and examples on Roth IRAs and conversions Congressional/presidential action -- fromPresident Bush's proposed tax cut to proposed changes to 401(k), 402(g), 415, and pension portability. How to use 401(k), Roth, and Sec. 529 plans -- and which one is right for you -- to save for your children's education. ETFs and other new investment products and self-directed brokerage accounts. Pension plans, pension equity plans, Cash balance plan conversions -- what's the difference?