Ready for Retirement - Nightly Business Report | PBS
Nightly Business Report's year-long Get Your Finances Ready for Retirement series presents information and insights designed to help you make the financial transition from work life to retirement life. Look for the latest retirement podcast segments to appear on alternate Tuesdays. NBR's fast-paced take on business news has been a staple of public television for three decades. The program airs weeknights on PBS. Check local listings for the time in your area. Visit NBR online at www.pbs.org/nbr for in-depth analysis, streaming video, RSS feeds, financial tools, and XChange - The NBR Blog.
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You've Retired, Now What? - An NBR Special
NBR wraps up its Get Your Finances Ready for Retirement series with this Good Friday special. The focus is on maintaining your finances after you retire.
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Retiring Sooner Than Planned
If you've been forced to retire early, prepare to spend more years in retirement with fewer dollars.
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Avoiding Scams in Retirement
Be diligent in retirement to avoid becoming a victim of scams.
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Ways to Boost Income in Retirement
Tips on how to earn more money after you've retired.
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A Singles Guide to Retirement
A look at the special financial needs of retired singles.
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Long Term Care- Part 2
Consider these facts about long term care insurance before shopping for a policy.
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Long Term Care- Part 1
What is long term care and why you can't rely on Medicare to cover it.
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Annuities-Part 2
Are variable annuities worth the risk?
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Annuities-Part 1
What are immediate annuities and are they a good option for a lifetime of income?
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Retirement Calculators
Can retirement calculators accurately determine how much money you'll need in retirement?
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Reducing Expenses
Making simple changes in your lifestyle and portfolio can significantly reduce expenses during retirement.
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Unexpected Expenses
Experts discuss ways to deal with unexpected expenses in retirement.
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How Much Should You Withdraw?
Choosing the right withdrawal rate is key to making your assets last during retirement.
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Surviving a Spouse
The impact of losing a spouse in retirement is not just emotional; it is also financial.
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Cashing Out Your Pension and 401K
Considering cashing out? Find out how it could impact your taxes and Social Security.
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Finding a Financial Planner
Learn about the various types of financial planners and what you should know before hiring one.
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Second Acts: Working in Retirement
If the rocky economy is leading you to consider work options after you retire, make sure you're well-prepared.
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Keeping Pace with Inflation
Tips on how to inflation-proof your retirement income.
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Health Care Costs in Retirement
Medicare, Medigap, long-term care insurance--how will you cover medical costs?
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Reducing Risk in Retirement
Do you know the risks involved with stocks, bonds and other retirement investment options?

