Working until you die is a plan – just not a good one. Read this week’s terrific links and learn some better ways to plan your retirement.

Self-employed people are way behind in retirement savings. CNBC
Should poor people be forced to save for retirement? MarketWatch
Your parent’s retirement advice may be all wrong. The Wall Street Journal
225k senior citizens don’t talk to anyone most weeks. New York Post
Good health is the most important part of a retirement plan. HumbleDollar
How do you determine if the person panning your retirement is competent? Of Dollars And Data
Nursing Homes are a breeding ground for drug-resistant germs. The New York Times
What Americans can learn from other nations about retirement. Barron’s
Indexed Annuities shouldn’t be compared to stock investments. InvestmentNews
Don’t expect new SEC regulations to protect you from predators. A Teachable Moment