<ol> <li>The gold watch has been replaced by a green match (employers matching employee retirement contributions).</li> <li>401(k)s were never intended to supplant pensions but they largely have done so. The burden of saving for retirement is now on the employee, not the employer. </li> <li>A financial advisor can help people through the pitfalls of a DIY or do-it-yourself approach to retirement.</li> </ol>

The gold watch has been replaced by a green match (employers matching employee retirement contributions). 401(k)s were never intended to supplant pensions but they largely have done so. The burden of saving for retirement is now on the employee, not the employer. A financial advisor can help people through the pitfalls of a DIY or do-it-yourself approach to retirement.

Episode 39: It's Not Your Parents' Retirement Today

Jim Freeman provides you with insight on finances and retirement lifestyles.

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Episode 39: It's Not Your Parents' Retirement Today

Episode 39: It's Not Your Parents' Retirement Today