The Retirement Rescue Plan - by Melissa Phipps & Nancy Collamer (Paperback)

About the Book

Book Synopsis

"...Fresh, realistic, and comprehensive solutions for the millions of Americans who haven't saved enough for retirement."--NANCY COLLAMER, Public Speaker, Career Coach, and Author of Second-Act Careers: 50+ Ways to Profit Your Passions During Semi-Retirement

When financial planning expert Melissa Phipps decided to quit her 9-to-5 and start her own business, she told herself, "the time is now." It wasn't retirement, but it was the first step. Not long after, she found herself in the middle of a large and unanticipated financial dilemma. And in order to survive it, she had to make some major changes that ultimately came down to one thing: redefining retirement.

The Retirement Rescue Plan will prepare you for retirement in a way that takes you into account--allowing you to define "retirement" in a new, realistic, and exciting way. The goals are simple: work less, earn enough, and be happier than ever. Are you ready to get planning?

• Assess what makes you happy--it sounds obvious, but when was the last time you took an honest look at what you really wanted?
• Gain control of your finances by reviewing your savings, expenses and budget with sample worksheets and exercises.
• Generate ideas for continued earnings by considering your unique skills and interests; and find extra inspiration by reading real-life retirement success stories.
• Ensure your security with five methods to avoid common retirement planning mistakes.

Nothing compares to the joy and relief you will feel when you find your way from financial despair to a fulfilling future, as you start to enjoy retirement in a way that works for YOU.

Review Quotes

"Consider The Retirement Rescue Plan an all-in-one survival kit for retirement planning. In this smart, useful book, Melissa Phipps guides pre-retirees through engaging self-evaluation exercises, explains financial matters simply and clearly, and discusses key aspects of today's retirement challenge, including strategies to find the right kind of work. Phipps' expert advice is sure to assist anyone in planning and executing a successful retirement."Barry Silverstein, Author of Let's Make Money, Honey: The Couple's Guide to Starting a Service Business

"Financial planning expert Melissa Phipps uses her own story of regaining her footing after unanticipated financial distress to illustrate how anyone can do the same. The Retirement Rescue Plan alleviates the stress of retirement planning by giving readers the tools they need to gain control of their finances, brainstorm ideas for future earnings, and most importantly, focus on doing what makes them happy. It's an essential addition to every financial planning library."
Liz Neumark, CEO of Great Performances, the leading catering and events company in New York City

"Finally a book on retirement that I can share with my clients. I have known Melissa for many years and have the utmost confidence in her knowledge of finances. I admire her ability to communicate clearly some of the more complicated concepts. This book will help may people - including my clients - prepare for retirement."
Jane V. King, CFP, President of Fairfield Financial Advisors