Compared extent and patterns of financial planning among 234 Black professionals with those of White professionals. Data revealed similar expectations of continued income, supplementing finances by working in another occupation, pension income, and dependency on spouses for income. Although Blacks invested less in stocks and bonds and bank…

Examines gender-specific differences both prior and subsequent to retirement among 373 retired faculty and administrators. Findings indicated traditional sex roles influenced both retirement preparation and activities. Males were more likely to continue work-oriented pursuits while females participated in more social or recreational activities.…