Retiring Right

Lawrence Kaplan, an economist at John Jay College, covers retirement planning from every angle: lifestyle decisions, Social Security, insurance, estate planning, and daily money management. The practical worksheets are the standout feature — they push you to apply the material to your own numbers rather than just read about concepts in the abstract. For a comprehensive reference, it does what it promises. The significant caveat is that the 2002 edition carries outdated tax law and Social Security figures; if you are planning retirement today, you will need to verify the specifics against current rules. US-only in scope. Readers wanting current numbers should seek a newer edition or supplement with up-to-date sources.