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To reach one million by age 65 you need to save $671 per month.
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To reach one million by age 65 you need to save $304 per month.
Successful Savings Strategies
You may be starting a family or preparing to buy a home. Balance you short-term needs with long-term savings goals.
Although you have added responsibilities, don't neglect retirement.
Aim to save 15% of your gross income (including an employer match in your 401(k). If one parent leaves work to care for the kids, consider opening a spousal IRA.
Shift your assets to 90% stocks and 10% bonds.
Invest in a 529 college-savings plan. Many states offer a tax deduction for your contribution, and qualified distributions are exempt from federal taxes.
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HOW TO SAVE A MILLION AT AGE 25
HOW TO SAVE A MILLION AT AGE 45
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POSTED BY: L.O.L. (February 11, 2008 01:13 PM)
If the stock market continues to plummet, the 90% stocks isn't such a pretty thought... however if you catch it at the bottom you're getting more shares for your money and stand to benefit even more when the market recovers.
POSTED BY: Manny (April 25, 2008 06:19 PM)
... Move your money into Gold. Roll your current IRA into an IRA backed by gold. Gold has seen an increase of around 400% since 2001. What else out there has seen an increase of 30% per year that is nontaxable? Nothing...
POSTED BY: Da Mot (July 14, 2008 07:18 PM)
..."When there's blood in the streets, it's time to buy." The blood is in the street and it may even be rushing towards the intersections. The 90% in stocks sounds just fine for me. I would hate the idea if I was just a few years from retirement.
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