The reality is sobering: The average 401 (k) balance of a Gen Xer is about $190,000, while the average balance for Boomers nearing or
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2026 investing playbook explained: Asset allocation, SIPs and retirement planning
Chirag Muni of Anand Rathi Wealth emphasizes goal-based investing and disciplined SIPs for building resilient portfolios in 2026. He advises a long-term asset allocation
What $6,200 a Month Really Looks Like in Retirement at Age 67
A retired couple living on $6,200 monthly ($74,400 annually) with average Social Security benefits of $2,071 each (totaling $4,142) withdraws approximately $2,058 from their
How Much the Average American Has Saved for Retirement at Ages 45–54
Americans in their mid-40s to early 50s are in a key phase for retirement planning. Learn what steps can still make a meaningful difference
How federal retirement benefits are calculated and where estimates go wrong
The two main factors that affect the value of your federal retirement benefit are your high-three average salary and your length of creditable service.
Elon Musk says retirement savings ‘won’t matter’ — experts say the risks are being ignored
Elon Musk’s claim that retirement savings will soon be obsolete has reignited debate over how much faith people should place in a future shaped
Retirement is rewiring how my brain thinks about every dollar I spend
Retirement has turned my financial life upside down in a way no market crash or promotion ever did. Moving from a predictable paycheck to
Unlike Ben Shapiro And Grant Cardone, Most Americans Still See Retirement As One Of Life’s Biggest Goals And Not A ‘Stupid Idea’
According to a 2024 survey by Wealth Enhancement Group, 77% of U.S. adults said they felt happy or grateful when thinking about retirement. Among
3 Ways to Jump-Start Your Retirement Planning This Year, According to Financial Experts
Financial experts share three simple strategies to boost your retirement savings in 2026, from maximizing higher 401(k) limits to automating contributions.
Planning to claim Social Security in 2026? One key reason could cost you thousands
The beginning of a year is always an ideal time for financial planning and making important monetary decisions. For many Americans nearing retirement age,