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Retirement needs are increasing as people live longer and face skyrocketing health care costs.  Meanwhile, retirement resources are declining as Social Security will replace less of pre-retirement earnings even under current law, employer-sponsored plans are increasingly 401(k) plans with modest balances, and people save little on their own.  As a result, retirees will have a…

managing money

Managing Your Money in Retirement is a concise overview for new retirees, presented in three steps.  “Define Your Retirement Needs” emphasizes the everyday expenses needed to maintain one’s standard of living.  “Add Up What You Have” covers both regular sources of income and assets, such as savings and home equity.  “Decide What to Do” walks…