- ORIGINAL NEWS
83% of teenagers are already thinking about retirement — but many make this one mistake
- SUMMARY
Teens are increasingly thinking about their financial future and retirement, with over 80% acknowledging the importance of long-term planning.
However, many lack knowledge about the best strategies.
Experts recommend starting early with retirement saving through a Roth IRA (Individual Retirement Account).
Contributions are taxed upfront, but earnings grow tax-free.
In retirement, withdrawals are tax and penalty-free after five years.
Even small contributions can have a significant impact over time due to the power of compounding interest.
Roth IRAs can be opened by anyone with earned income and are invested appropriately for long-term goals.
Educators recognize the value of starting early and often incorporate Roth IRA education into personal finance classes for high school students.
While there are contribution limits for IRAs, the focus should be on consistent savings.
The more time funds have to grow tax-free, the greater the potential returns.
However, Roth funds should be viewed as a last resort for financial needs, as they have substantial long-term growth potential.
By starting early and utilizing tax-advantaged retirement accounts like Roth IRAs, teens can position themselves for financial success and secure their financial future.
- NEWS SENTIMENT CHECK
- Overall sentiment:
positive
Positive
“More than eight in 10 teenagers have already thought about their retirement, according to a recent report.”
“A majority, or 83%, of 13- to 18-year-olds, said they had already thought about their retirement, according to the results of a survey from Junior Achievement and MissionSquare.”
Negative
“However, far fewer know the best way to set up a long-term plan.”
“But most teens mistakenly believed saving money in a bank account was the best long-term strategy.”