Why should you enroll in a retirement plan or contribute to an IRA?
Did you know…
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	That retirement can last for 30 years or more?
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	That a common rule to follow is that a retiree will need up to 80% of his/her annual income today to retire comfortably?
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	That the average benefit amount paid monthly by the Social Security Administration is $1,177?
 
Advantages
- Tax on employee and employer contributions is deferred until distributed.
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	Investment gains in the plan are not taxed until distributed.
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	Retirement assets can be carried from one employer to another.
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	Contributions can be made easily through payroll deductions.
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	Saver’s Credit is available.
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	Flexible plan options are available.
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	Better financial security at retirement.
 
Example of time value of money
Future retirement savings value - Assuming 6% annual return
| 
			 Monthly Savings  | 
			
			 5 years  | 
			
			 15 years  | 
			
			 20 years  | 
		
|---|---|---|---|
| 
			 $50  | 
			
			 $3,506  | 
			
			 $14,614  | 
			
			 $23,218  | 
		
| 
			 $200  | 
			
			 $14,024  | 
			
			 $58,456  | 
			
			 $92,870  | 
		
| 
			 $500  | 
			
			 $35,059  | 
			
			 $146,136  | 
			
			 $232,176  |