Retirement Milestones: A False Sense of Security? The idea that retirement is a straightforward process is a comforting one. We've all heard the advice: save enough, pay off debt, and you'll be set for life in leisure.
But scratch beneath the surface, and the reality is far more complex. A recent study from the Employee Benefit Research Institute highlights just how fragile this notion can be.
Only half of retirees report a "very good" household financial well being, while nearly 40% are shocked by the true cost of healthcare.