What is your 401K balance as function of your age ?
Here is an interesting and logical article on how much your 401k should be at different age.
According to the article, an individual at 40 years old should have $305,000 to $550,000.
If you realize you are on the low side, what is your plan to close the gap?
Here are some ideas.
- You can save more. This option can be difficult if you are in a capital constrain environment.
- You can be more capital efficient. Starter-A and other services from Crystal Clear Indicator is a tool to help.
- You can do both 1 and 2.