At what age did you start maximizing your 401k,,how much do you have right now? I moved to the US few years back and started maximizing my 401k contributions last year,I am 39 but feel way behind,what strategies do you suggest for me to increase my retirement contributions..

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I’m following for guidance. I’m so far behind, at least I feel that way. I want to see retirement in my future.

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30. 300k in retirement. I'm 36. It doesn't take long

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I am following this thread. What are some tips to do better? I'm in the same boat and really need to get started on maximizing all that I can.

Max out 401k, max out Roth contributions

30. 215k in retirement.

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