Break it down. Investing for a life stage that’s going to last for 20 or 30 years can be overwhelming. But it’s all about taking small, manageable steps. Take advantage of that employee match, max out your 401(k) contributions with automatic deductions, talk to your spouse about your vision for retirement: Utilize any resource at your disposal to that will help you save and lay the groundwork for a successful life transition.
What are some of the ways you stay focused on your retirement goals? I’d love for you to share your stories with us.
Heather Pelant is Head of Personal Investing for BlackRock. She is a regular contributor to The Blog and you can find more of her posts here.