June 11, 2006 – Starting Fresh

For many boomers, retirement will be the perfect time to begin a second career. Some of the most popular fields, according to a recent survey:

27% – Consultant

20% – Teacher or Professor

15% – Customer Greeter

13% – Tour Guide

13% – Retail Sales Clerk

10% – Auditor or Bookkeeper

10% – Home Handyman

9% – B& B Owner/Manager

8% – Security Screener

7% – Real Estate Agent

Source:  2006 Merrill Lynch New Retirement Study