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Are you ready for retirement? The Motley Fool's latest research may alarm you

But as millions of us march closer to retiring every day, there's danger afoot, as was revealed in a recent Motley Fool research report on Americans' readiness for retirement. Here's a look at some of ... Read More

How Much Do Most People Save for Retirement? Find Out If You're Above or Below Average

One generation tops the list for both highest retirement account balances and largest percentage of income contributed. See where you fall and if you need to save more. Read More

What is ‘revenge saving’ (and should you be doing it)?

Hayes isn’t an outlier. She’s part of a subset of Americans shifting their focus from spending to super-saving — a trend known as “revenge saving.” “Revenge saving” translates to saving very ... Read More

6 tips on saving for retirement when you don't think you can

As people live longer and the cost of living continues to increase, the price tag on retirement remains high. In 2025, Americans expect that they'll need $1.26 million to comfortably say goodbye to ... Read More

Forget the 4% Rule. Here’s What Dave Ramsey Says You Should Do With Your Retirement Savings

A lot of people think saving money for retirement is the hard part. Some actual retirees might tell you that’s the easy part. The hard part, rather, comes when it’s time to start withdrawing from your ... Read More

Generation X faces retirement reality check as savings fall short

Four in 10 Americans don't have money tucked into a retirement savings account like a 401(k) or IRA, according to a Gallup survey. Read More

3 Things to Do in Your 30s to Set Yourself Up for a Secure Retirement

And retirement may be the last thing on your mind. That's understandable. It's hard to think about the future when you're focused on trying to pay your bills and manage what could be a pretty busy ... Read More

Can You Retire a Millionaire by Investing Just $10 a Day? The Answer Is Yes -- Here's the Math

Contrary to a common assumption, you don't need to start with a bunch of seed money to make fortune in the stock market. Read More

Average Savings for 55-64 Year Olds Nearing Retirement Age Revealed—What Does It Mean for You?

See how your savings stack up against typical Americans your age—and discover smart strategies for strengthening your retirement readiness. Read More