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Retire Right - Making Your Dreams A Reality

Posted on Sunday, May 9th 2010   

Mr. Rick Atkinson, owner of RA Retirement Services, gave the club a brief overview of what is involved in planning for a successful retirement.. He authored a book on the subject by the title "Don't Just Retire - Live It, Love It.
He mentioned that many people who have not planned for retirement and how to spend the available time die shortly after quitting work. He pointed out that relationships will have to change from work-related ones to others; the importance of time management; the need to think about health issues; and the fact that social roles will change.
He also talked about the importance of financial management and the possible need for a financial advisor.