You must start saving for retirement by this age to be successful, report finds

Starting no later than 25 years old, Americans should save $100 a week to generate savings of over $1.1 million by age 65, according to a report from the Milken Institute.

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My wife and I are 33, live in New York and earn $270,000. Can we retire at 55?

A couple in their 30s who both have high-paying jobs, a rental property, and are saving approximately $53,000 a year toward retirement can expect to have around $1.8 million respectively by the age of 55, suggesting they are saving enough and can continue their current lifestyle.

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Summary: It is important for young adults to start saving for retirement in their 20s due to factors such as the potential impact on their take-home pay, the power of compounding, the need to develop the habit of saving, the risk of inflation, and potential changes to Social Security.