Did you dream of seeing the world after you retired, only to find out that you can't afford it? With a sluggish economy, overall insufficient savings and a depleted Social Security fund, you're not the only one seeking extra retirement income options.

According to a 2005 U.S. Census Bureau report, an estimated 78.2 million baby boomers will be heading into retirement before the decade is out.A Congressional Budget Office report on the retirement prospects of Baby Boomers states that nearly half of Boomers are unprepared financially and are likely to experience a decline in their standard of living.

Those are some alarming statistics, but there are things that can be done to guarantee extra income for retirement. MLM companies offer astoundingly flexible, easy ways to earn supplemental retirement income from home. All you need to run an MLM business is a phone, a computer and Internet connection.

Have you been longing to move out to the country, but you had to stay in the city to be close to work all those years? Network marketing is largely Internet-based, and can be done from just about anywhere.

Say you're that person who dreamed of travel. (Doesn't everyone?) You could link yourself with a company like Global Resorts Network or Traverus Travel. Working from home as a travel consultant, you can earn extra retirement income, bring in a stream of a residual income for later, and travel to exotic locations at large discounts!

Think back a moment to the passions that got swept under the rug while you were busy with family and career. What were they? It's time to rediscover them. Begin using your unique interests and talents to earn the extra income you need without ever feeling like you've come out of retirement.

Do you have a passion for cosmetics? Have you always wanted to help women find skin care solutions? Companies like Mary Kay, Avon and Nuskin can help you share your expertise with others, while supplementing your retirement income. Maybe your niche is health and nutrition. GeneWize, Mannatech or Isagenix might have just the right business opportunity for you.

There is no shortage of diversity in the mlm industry. Whatever you can think of, there is bound to be an mlm that specializes in it. Discovery Toys could be a great opportunity for someone with a background in education, while jewelry aficionados could market Silpada Designs.

Domestic types could earn extra income and have a blast with Pampered Chef, Tastefully Simple, or Southern Living at Home.