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The Practical Guide to Retirement Planning

Smart Strategies and Tips to Increase Savings, Diversify Investments, and Plan for Income Stability–Even If You’re Starting Late

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By: Sage Lifestyle Press LLC
Narrated by: Daniel B. Quinn
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The Practical Guide to Retirement Planning

Smart Strategies and Tips to Increase Savings, Diversify Investments, and Plan For Income Stability–Even If You’re Starting Late

Sage Lifestyle Press

Retirement is meant to be enjoyed, but without the right strategies, you could miss out on the money to do that!

Are you ready for retirement?

You might think you’ve done enough… You’ve been feeding your 401(k) and topping up your savings… But do you really know if what you have is sufficient?

Do you know where the gaps in your planning are?

Even if you’ve planned early, there’s likely something you’ve missed.

From securing healthcare funds to setting up tax-efficient withdrawal strategies and accounting for life changes, there’s a lot to think about… and simply nurturing your savings isn’t enough.

Right now, you’re probably shaping your plans around the basics, and that’s a good start… but it won’t ensure you’re making your money grow and paving the way for the freedom and peace of mind you dream of for your retirement.

What you need is a comprehensive blueprint outlining all the strategies you have at your disposal—strategies you likely had no idea you could implement… and this practical guide to planning for a secure and fulfilling retirement will show you all of them.

Inside, you’ll discover:

  • Perhaps you think it’s too early to worry about this… Or maybe you think you’re already covered…
  • But unless you’ve delved into every element of retirement planning, you could be missing out on the money that will allow you total peace of mind when you finally close that office door for the last time.
  • Retirement planning isn’t something you can just quickly tick off the list: It requires careful thought and an understanding of the techniques you can use to maximize your money… and you’re about to get your hands on them all!

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2024 Jeanne Phares (P)2024 Jeanne Phares
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A Lifesaver for Late Planners

This guide made retirement planning feel manageable, even though I’m starting later than I’d hoped. It breaks down savings strategies and investment options in a way that’s easy to understand, even if finances aren’t your strong suit. I especially appreciated the focus on creating income stability and practical tips for catching up. It’s given me confidence that I can still secure a comfortable retirement with smart planning. Highly recommend it to anyone feeling overwhelmed about where to start!

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Finally, a Retirement Book That Makes Sense!

I’ve read a lot of financial books, and most left me more confused than before. This one is different—it breaks everything down in a way that’s easy to understand and apply. Whether you’re starting late or just want to maximize what you have, this book is a goldmine.

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Made Retirement Less Stressful

I was feeling overwhelmed about planning for retirement, especially since I got a late start. This book broke everything down in a way that made sense without making me feel behind. The tips on diversifying investments and managing savings were super helpful, and I finally feel like I have a solid plan in place. It’s practical and easy to follow, even if you’re not a financial expert. I’d recommend this to anyone looking to get on track with their retirement goals.

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Actually practical!

I found The Practical Guide to Retirement Planning incredibly empowering and easy to follow. It helped me understand savings, investment diversification, and planning for income stability. The clear advice and actionable steps made retirement feel less overwhelming, even though I’m starting late. Highly recommend!

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Perfect for us

This book is a really helpful guide, especially if you're starting to think about retirement, even if it seems far away or if you think you're already prepared. It's not just about saving money in a 401(k); it covers a lot more than that. I liked how it points out that there are probably things you haven't even thought about, like healthcare costs and how taxes will work when you start taking money out. It talks about different strategies you can use to make your money last longer and grow more. The book isn't just for people who started saving late; it's useful even if you've been planning for a while. It helps you see if there are any gaps in your plan and make sure you're really ready. It's written in a way that's easy to understand, even if you don't know a lot about investing or finances. If you want to feel more confident about your retirement plans, this book is definitely worth checking out. It gives you a lot of practical advice and helps you feel more in control of your future.

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Excellent Financial Planning Tool for Retirement

The Practical Guide to Retirement Planning is a methodical and detailed guide to help ensure a financially successful retirement. This audiobook covers every financial aspect of this significant life change, from reviewing and cataloging all of your current assets and liabilities to forecasting your future healthcare needs. Read, absorb, and follow the suggestions for a strong, well-considered retirement plan.

I’ve been retired for almost nine years, enjoy an excellent retirement, and still learned more from this book! It’s easy to listen to this guide, but I am grateful for the provided PDF to view the charts and tables. Good job, Sage Lifestyle Press!

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Retirement strategies!!!

Listening to this audiobook has been a great experience and very helpful for my husband and I. We definitely should have started planning earlier and I really appreciate that this audiobook helps us where we are, and has really good advice on how to diversify our investments and achieve income stability. It gave us a lot to think about and some really helpful ideas.

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A straightforward and empowering audiobook


"The Practical Guide to Retirement Planning" is a straightforward and empowering audiobook for anyone looking to secure their financial future. Packed with smart strategies, it offers tips on increasing savings, diversifying investments, and ensuring income stability—even for those starting late. The author breaks down complex concepts into easy-to-follow advice, and the narrator’s clear, encouraging tone makes it an enjoyable and motivating listen. A must-listen for anyone ready to take charge of their retirement planning!

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CLEAR, MOTIVATING, AND FULL OF TIPS

This guide made retirement planning feel a lot less overwhelming! It’s packed with easy-to-understand advice on saving and investing, even if you feel like you’re late to the game (like me!). I really appreciated how it broke down strategies for creating stable income in retirement without all the jargon. It felt practical and achievable, not like a lecture. If you’re looking for a no-nonsense approach to getting your finances on track for the future, this is definitely worth a listen.

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The Best Retirement Advice I’ve Read

I’ve tried other financial books, but they felt too complex. This one keeps it simple and practical. The strategies for saving, investing, and managing taxes were incredibly helpful.

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