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Retirement savings - What to know for every age and budget
Are you ready for retirement? Learn how most Americans save for retirement and how you stack up.
Jun 07, 2024
2 min. read

The road to retirement looks different for everyone, but having a clear plan can ease the journey – regardless of your age or income. Discover retirement insights and challenges and how a few simple steps can help.  

Key retirement takeaways

  • Many Americans retire earlier than expected due to life events and shifting priorities.
  • Savings levels and financial pressures vary widely by generation. It’s important to tailor savings strategies by age.
  • Debt remains a major roadblock that keeps many people from contributing more toward retirement.
  • Even small savings steps make a difference. Automating contributions and leveraging employer benefits can help build momentum.