Larry Burkett
A my current or future retiree would do well to heed the signs of economic decay in our society and not get trapped by a prosperity forever' mentality. However it would be equally shortsighted to orient all of your planning to a calamity mind-set Indeed planning is not easy. But to put it off could be devastating"

These days the issue of retirement is not as simple as it once was. It can't be assumed that if you work hard you automatically will be able to retire in a comfortable lifestyle

Social Security is no longer sufficient for life above the poverty level-not to mention the fact that the whole system is in danger. And with the staggering cost of medical care, it's no wonder that many people, rather than looking forward to retirement, look to the future with a great deal of concern.

Respected financial counselor Larry Burkett has developed this manual to serve as a guide for those who are preparing for retire ment and those who are already retired. If you are just starting your career, Larry addresses action that will make sound financial sense for starting to prepare for your future early. And if you are nearing retirement or in that stage of life already, continued good financial planning can insure that you can live a productive and comfortable life well into your eighties and nineties. He addresses such issues as:

Social Security

Paying off mortgages

Investments

Nursing homes

Where to retire

Medical care

A retiree's budget

Estate planning

Retirement for the military, ministers, and missionaries

Although his primary focus is on the financial aspects of retirement, Larry also helps you with the emotional issues people face when the time of retirement approaches