Retirement saving plays an important role in the U.S. economy. Americans hold more than $18 trillion in private retirement accounts like 401(k)s and IRAs, while defined benefit pensions in the private and public sector hold trillions more. Social Security and Medicare comprise nearly 40 percent of the federal budget. The government also provides tax subsidies … Continue reading Not Enough Information for Retirement
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Do 40% of Retirees Really Rely on Social Security for Their Entire Income?
AARP reports that Americans are concerned and even afraid for their retirement security. And the news headlines often don’t make them feel better. The latest is a claim from the National institute for Retirement Security that “A plurality of older Americans, 40.2 percent, only receive income from Social Security in retirement.” If true that’s very … Continue reading Do 40% of Retirees Really Rely on Social Security for Their Entire Income?