Robert C. Carlson

Bob Carlson is Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Fairfax Country Employees’ Retirement System.

Articles & Books From Robert C. Carlson

Money Management Essentials For Dummies
Just the essentials you need to know to better manage your money Money Management Essentials For Dummies is your cheat sheet on becoming financially secure, now and into the future. Small and value-priced for the budget conscious, this book offers strategies for anyone to say goodbye to excess debt and prepare to achieve their goals.
Personal Finance After 50 For Dummies
The best way to take control of your post-career financial future  Retirement is lasting longer for all of us. That’s why—and however long you decide to keep working—it’s essential to plan ahead so you can live your post-career life as you wish. The latest edition of Personal Finance After 50 For Dummies details what you need to know—making it the perfect book to shelve next to your diet and fitness library, so you can keep your finances, as well as your health, in peak condition.
Cheat Sheet / Updated 04-05-2022
You work hard for your money, and you should get to use your savings in your later years. In order to enjoy an enjoyable and stress-free retirement, you need to make the most of your finances and retirement planning. You can get on the right track by determining the appropriate age to retire, becoming familiar with Medicare, and understanding your pension and how it’s protected.