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Americans have lofty expectations for retirement savings. Read on to see what nest egg you should be aiming for.

The timeline for reaching $100,000 in a brokerage account can vary. Find out when you'd hit this target and why it matters.

Once you have maxed out your 401(k), you may want to put money into other retirement savings accounts or a taxable brokerage account. Find out why.

Have access to both savings and investments as a retiree? Here's your game plan for deciding which funds to access at different times.

Early retirement can be risky. Read on to see what it might mean for your savings.

Many workers have access to a 401(k). But read on to see what to do if you don't fall into that category.

With the right strategy, you can avoid paying taxes when you sell stocks at a profit. Read on to learn more.

If Congress can't pass various bills in the coming weeks, a government shutdown or partial shutdown is inevitable. See how it could affect your portfolio.

I don't want to overfund my kids' 529 plans. But read on to see why I may be less likely to do that if I put more money in.

You have choices when it comes to investing. Read on to see how to decide where your money should go.

Eager to max out your IRA? Read on to see how you can accomplish that.

It's best to get an early start on retirement savings. Read on to see why starting later is less ideal, and how to salvage that situation.

When you're starting off as an investor in your 40s, it's important to make savvy decisions. Read on to see what assets are worth focusing on.

Owning stocks carries risk. Read on to see how this writer moved past her fears to build her portfolio.

If you want to have $100,000 in retirement income, you need to have around $2.5 million saved. Find out how the math works out.

If you're behind on retirement savings, it's time to figure out how much you need to get caught up and prioritize investing for your future. Find out how.

IRAs come with annual contribution limits. Read on to learn about your options once you've exceeded them.

It's not great to be roughly 20 years into a career with no savings. But read on to see why all isn't lost.

IRAs offer tax breaks for retirement savers, but they're also pretty restrictive. Read on to learn more.

Many people embrace the idea of financial independence and early retirement. Read on to see why I'm only willing to make so many sacrifices to get there.

This tactic provides an opportunity to grow your retirement savings and reduce your tax burden in the long run. Read on to learn more!

If you're one of the many households that may struggle financially when you retire, there are steps you can take today. Find out how to get back on track.

Savings accounts are paying record-high interest rates, making them an attractive option. Find out why stock market investments may still make sense.

Keeping money under the mattress isn't safe from thieves or inflation. Here's where to put your shorter-term savings instead.

Mistakes happen to the best of us. Read on to learn about one financial blunder you might sorely regret.