The menorah, perhaps the most instantly recognizable symbol of Hanukkah today, now comes in all shapes and sizes for all ages. Some are personalized, handmade family heirlooms, while others have a ...

10. Don't Count on Home Equity as your Sole Source of Retirement Income. - Home equity alone may not satisfy all of your retirement income needs. - Use 401(k)s, IRAs, insurance and annuities to build ...

8. Buy "Medigap" Supplemental Insurance. - Medicare will only pay about 50% of your health care needs. You need supplemental insurance coverage. - Select a plan and shop for good pricing. "We've got ...

7. Buy Annuities for Retirement Income. - Annuities are the only investment that can give you income for life and help you avoid the risk of outliving your savings. - Buy an annuity when you sell your ...

- Protect your retirement capital from a health attack: Three out of 10 people age 65 and above will never need long-term care. Two out of 10 will need five years or more. - Most long-term care is not ...

4. Invest in Disability and Life Insurance. - Your most important asset is not your IRA or 401(k) – it's your ability to produce income. Protect it! - If you're still working, buy disability insurance ...

- Now that you know what you will need, set and stick to a savings plan to build up the capital you require. - Keep your savings in tax-sheltered accounts: IRAs, 401(k)s, and annuities for maximum ...

1. Confirm Your Social Security and Medicare Benefits. - Obtain an updated Social Security statement. Ascertain the amount and start date of the Social Security income you will enjoy. - Contact your ...

2. Set a Detailed, Realistic, Written Retirement Plan. - Set a target retirement date. - Identify the amount of post-retirement income you'll need. - Factor in your Social Security and any pension ...

- Use free, objective research from a financial professional. - Retain a financial professional to help you: (1) set a savings and investment plan; (2) check and hold you to savings progress; (3) ...

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Bower's mother made elaborate feasts for Chinese New Year. He's joining with chefs from HaiSous and Momotaro to celebrate the ...