How to reach retirement regret-free

By Alyssa Place, This is my expertise
Published Updated 3 Min Read

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It’s not a good feeling to have regrets. But when it comes to retirement, those regrets can add up to major financial and emotional stress. 

According to a survey by MedicareFAQ, a quarter of current retirees have regrets now that they’ve left the workforce. The biggest source of shame: How much they managed to save. Seventy-eight percent of those surveyed said they wish they had saved more and prioritized their savings. The survey found that less than half of retirees feel they have enough money to sustain their lifestyle in retirement. 

Alyssa Place
Editor-in-chief

Alyssa Place is the editor-in-chief of Employee Benefit News and has been with the team since 2019. Her work covers mental health, DEI, women at work, financial wellness, retirement and workplace … Read full bio


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