Cost of Waiting to Save

Can I afford to wait before I start saving for retirement? This calculator illustrates that the best time to start saving for retirement is right now. Please fill in the inputs below to get started:
 
Personal Information
Current Age   yrs.
Retirement Age   yrs.
Your 401(k) Balance
$
Monthly Savings
$
 
Estimates
Estimated Annual Inflation Rate   %
Estimated Annual Return   %
Number of Years to Delay Savings   yrs.

Values illustrated depend on assumptions used. Any change in hypothetical annual return will modify values illustrated. We recommend that you use multiple interest rate scenarios to illustrate the impact of various earnings rates over the projected period. Investments offering the potential for higher rates of return also involve a higher degree of risk to principal. Also, be aware that high rates of return are generally not sustainable over long periods of time.

This calculator is not intended to serve as legal or investment advice. All examples are hypothetical and intended for illustrative purposes only. Review the assumptions when applying any results to your own situation. The information used in the functions of the calculator is based on our interpretation of the current tax laws; such laws may change from time to time. Withdrawals of taxable amounts may be subject to ordinary income tax. Distributions may also be characterized as a taxable distribution that triggers Generation-skipping Transfer Tax (GSTT). You should periodically review your overall tax plan with your CPA. We cannot give legal advice.


 
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