This revised edition of Julie Jason’s award-winning guide—updated to reflect current laws and statistics—will help Americans of all income levels achieve a secure retirement. She provides time-tested advice to those on the verge of retirement on how to create a “personal pension,” and deftly shows prospective retirees how to evaluate their needs, anticipate future expenses, and convert present assets into future income. A tool kit includes self-assessments, tables, checklists, and essential questions.