Six retirement books everyone should read
There are plenty of handy guides available to help in managing your retirement journey. Here’s a selection of books available to help you keep clued up.
Self Reliant Super And Retirement by Mike Gilligan
A new, comprehensive case that Australians should self-manage their superannuation. The nation's super is an information catastrophe according to Gilligan, denying those compelled to be part of it the power to properly plan their retirement. The book explains why this situation has arisen and how it can be fixed – written as a self-help narrative for the five million working Australians who hold around $500 billion of compulsory public super funds.
Retire In 12 Months – Turning Passion Into Profit by Serena Star-Leonard
Author Serena Star-Leonard was handcuffed to a desk for years, working long hours in unfulfilling jobs. One day she stopped dreaming about a better life and created one for herself. She built an online business that allows her to work at something she truly loves, wherever and whenever she wants. Serena has redefined retirement and all it took was 12 months and a big dream. Inside this book you will discover how to develop a low-maintenance income from your passion, get out of the rat race and build the life you want to retire to in 12 months.
Don’t Buy Your Retirement Home Without Me by Richard Andrews
Purchasing a retirement home can be a daunting experience and the cost of making a bad decision can impact your entire family. Retirement-savvy author Richard Andrews offers straightforward advice on making wise financial and lifestyle decisions that could change your life for the better. Covering everything from what to expect from your lawyer and accountant to negotiating with retirement home community operators, this guide dives into the basics of purchasing a home in a retirement home village, and adapting to your new lifestyle.
Retire Ready - The Definitive Financial Guide to Retiring Well by Brian O’Shea
The twin topics of retirement and superannuation are daunting for many Australians. Information is sometimes unclear and confusing due to jargon, complex mathematical tables and constantly changing government regulations. Retire Ready is a practical handbook with contributions from a wide range of commentators that explains in clear, concise, jargon-free language what retirees need to know to get started on a journey that can have a positive life-changing effect.
Making The Most Of Retirement For Dummies by Julienne Garland
This title in the easy-to-read series covers all areas of concern for people about to retire or recently retired including the financial, health and psychological aspects. Key topics include life after work, money matters and living well in retirement.
How to Retire Happy by Stan Hinden
While not an Australian book, this fourth edition of the New York Times bestseller provides valuable insights, in particular taking you through 12 critical decisions, from determining whether you are ready for retirement to how you can age successfully.