Whether retirement is a long way off, or sneaking up faster than you care to imagine, The Retirement Marathon can help you find your financial perspective and ways to invest that may lead to a stream of retirement income. Read Planning for the Future to figure out how much money you’ll need to live comfortably. If you’re thinking of Early Retirement, you’ll need to weigh some choices about Social Security, investment income, and the vital role that time plays.

Whatever you decide, if Financial Independence is your goal, learn about some ways to get there, such as Individual Retirement Annuities (IRAs), and employer-sponsored retirement plans. In Personal Investing Goals, you’ll take a close look at the stages of your financial life — making your investments grow, producing income, and preserving your principal.