How Do I Start Saving for Retirement?

We all think of retirement as the time to finally kick back, but a successful retirement takes planning. So how can you find the right approach for you? In this video, we break down key questions to help you get started, including how to think about your timeline, estimate how much you may need, and explore different account options like 401(k)s, IRAs, and brokerage accounts. We also introduce tools like target date ETFs, which can help simplify the process by automatically adjusting your investments over time. Think of saving for retirement like planning your dream vacation — once you know where you’re going and when you want to get there, you can map out the best path forward. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to refine your plan, this episode will help you take the next step. In this episode, you’ll learn: How much you may need to save for retirement How to determine your retirement timeline and target amount The differences between 401(k)s, Traditional IRAs, Roth IRAs, and brokerage accounts What target date ETFs are and how they work Why starting early and contributing consistently matters If you’re new to investing or planning for retirement, this is a great place to start. You can learn more at iShares.com. Video chapter titles: 00:00 How much do you need to retire? 01:05 How should you start saving for retirement? 01:19 Retirement timeline and target amount explained 01:55 Types of retirement accounts (401k, IRA) 02:49 Traditional IRA vs. Roth IRA 03:12 Traditional brokerage account 04:21 The vacation planning analogy 05:55 Target Date ETFs Subscribe & Stay Connected Subscribe to the iShares YouTube channel:    / @ishares   Follow iShares on Instagram:   / ishares   Check out iShares Education Hub: https://www.ishares.com/education Recommended next videos: ▶️ Start here: What Is an ETF? (   • What Is an ETF? (Think of it Like an Appet...  ) ▶️ Next: What Is Long-Term Investing?    • What is Long-Term Investing? (Think of it ...   ▶️ Also watch: What are dividends and why do investors use them?    • What are dividends and why do investors us...   ▶️ Up next: How should I start investing? #RetirementPlanning #InvestingBasics #ETFs #PersonalFinance #iShares #FinancialEducation