20 Valuable Financial Lessons From Retired Athletes
20 Valuable Financial Lessons From Retired Athletes 20 Valuable Financial Lessons From Retired Athletes You don't need a sports career — or any special knowledge — to learn from the success and mistakes of these athletes. Editor's Note: This story originally appeared on NewRetirement. Retired athletes too often face financial ruin. According to authoritative reporting by Sports Illustrated, approximately 78% of NFL players either go bankrupt or face some serious financial stress within two years of ending their playing careers, while 60% of NBA players are broke within five years of retir...