Table of Contents:VOL. 37, NO. 10 - October 2008 Retire rich, retire secure
Dangerous passage Financial risk is everywhere in the years just before and after retirement. For a happy ending, follow our plan. By Carla Fried Winning strategies for tough times Worried the lousy markets have thrown your plans off track? Whatever your age, you can get back on the path to a secure retirement. By Carolyn Bigda and Yuval Rosenberg Cover Story
Retire without taxes Make the most of the savings plan that can free you from taxes and let you hold on to more of your money. By Walter Updegrave
How to win the game of risk Math whiz Moshe A. Milevsky says that retirement success comes to those who hedge. Interview by Eric Schurenberg The price you'll pay to save Social Security and Medicare There are only two cures: higher taxes or lower benefits. Be prepared for both. By Janice Revell
Best places to retire These six terrific towns are all on the water - yet won't sink your retirement budget. By Sarah Max and Donna Rosato Start
Why down may be the new up When the economy seems to be at its worst, you can start to look for a rebound. By Carolyn Bigda
Three things to know about... Your frequent-flier miles. By Donna Rosato Money Helps If you've been caught in a pyramid scheme, you may be able to get your money back. By Donna Rosato
This jumbo is a steal Right now you can snag a great deal on a big loan. By Amanda Gengler Do the right thing Do we have to let our neighbors approve our fence? By Jeanne Fleming and Leonard Schwarz Spend
Surrounded by sound Soundbars deliver megaplex audio from just one unit. Well, sort of. By Sonia Zjawinski Plan
To retire early, you must get this move right You're not ready until you've lined up health coverage. This six-step plan can help. By George Mannes
Right on your money Is it ever okay to take out a 401(k) loan? By Joe Light Hey, Mom, can we talk about your money? In helping a widowed parent with finances, tread carefully. By Dan Kadlec Save for tomorrow, be happy today Getting serious about retirement planning might cheer you up. By Walter Updegrave
Savings and credit Banks pull back on high credit lines and low interest rates. By Ismat Sarah Mangla Relieve the cost of back pain Surgery isn't always the best treatment, medically or financially. By Amanda Gengler Home
Can't anybody afford my home? Prices have dropped. A lot. So why is it so hard to find qualified buyers? By Stephen Gandel and Amanda Gengler
Knock $4,000 off your utility bill Invest a little in insulation and upkeep, and save more than twice that on energy bills the first year. By Josh Garskof
Question of the month Will filing a homeowners claim raise my insurance rates? By Joe Light Launch
How I did it Traci Higgins made her personal chef biz more biz and less personal. As told to Josh Hyatt
Where to find investors Attracting money to build your business.
Take your pick of retirement plans Some options are sweeter than others. By Mina Kimes Invest
What to do if your broker springs a leak Relax, your money will be protected. Mostly. By Joe Light
The answer guy When to dump company stock; how risky are "alternative assets"? By George Mannes Why blue chips will bounce back Their fundamentals are strong, and market psychology will change - eventually. By Pat Dorsey
Learning to love this bear market Stock sell-offs remind us investing can be risky. Good. By Larry Swedroe Back of the book
The bottom line We love tax breaks - but can we afford them? By Pat Regnier |
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