The thought of putting your working years behind you can be exciting. But that giddy anticipation can give way to panic once all the practical considerations start piling up. Below, we address some of the more pressing questions soon-to-be retirees have, and what you can do to kick off your retirement on the right foot.  Decision #1: The level of risk you’re comfortable with Market fluctuations are part and parcel of investing. But those ups and downs you might have brushed a

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