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Are you on track for retirement?

Do It Now: Two key questions. Eight simple steps.

By Walter Updegrave, Money Magazine senior editor
Do you have the right investments? The answer has nothing to do with finding the single perfect stock or mutual fund. The key is changing your idea of what the 'right' investment really is. (more)
Are you doing the right things? You are if you can say yes to these four questions about your investing and money-management habits. If not, you have some work to do before you can rest easy. (more)
How to retire right Money Magazine's Walter Updegrave gives advice on the steps you should take right now, to ensure a secure retirement down the road. (more)video
When to cash in your IRA Save all you can for retirement, but don't wait too long to spend it, says Money Magazine's Walter Updegrave. (more)
About to retire? It's all about the 'safe money' If you're on the cusp of retirement and feel rattled by the recent volatility in stocks, here's a way to protect your portfolio. (more)
Retirement: Top 10 things to knowMoney 101: Achieving a comfortable retirement in the 21st Century requires a new approach. (more)
Twice weekly, Money Magazine senior editor Walter Updegrave helps readers get on the right track. (more)
How to invest for retirement so that you get rich - and the IRS doesn't. (more)
Getting bond-savvy shouldn't be hard, and is very worthwhile for your portfolio. (more)
Can you retire early?Can you retire early?How much you should already have if you want to quit by age 60. (more)
These picks by Money Magazine's editors can fill holes in any portfolio. (more)
Tell us how much you have, how long you will save and at what rate, and find out when your nest egg will hit 7 figures. (more)
See how much your nest egg is worth in lifetime monthly payments. (more)
What you need to save
How much to put away each year if you hope to retire at 65 with 80% of your pre-retirement income.
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