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☆ As retirement looms, many Gen Xers are still playing catch-up
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-20 | by ( Genna Contino | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

About half, or 48%, of Gen Xers say they won't have enough money to enjoy their retirement, a 2024 report from global asset management company Natixis Investment Managers found. Gen X is typically defined as those born between 1965 and 1980. "I think where it's very stressful for [Gen X] is being sandwiched in that tug of war, saving for their retirement as well as helping aging parents," said Marguerita Cheng, a certified financial planner and Gen X mother. Gen X is the first generation of U.S. workers to come of age with 401(k) plans as their primary retirement vehicle after employers largely shifted away from traditional pensions in the 1980s. As retirement approaches, Gen X is feeling the financial squeeze — but financial planners say there are still ways to maximize your savings.

Persons: Gen Xers, they'll, Gen, Marguerita Cheng, Cherry, Cheng Organizations: Natixis Investment, Preston D, Blue, Wealth, CNBC, CoreData Research

☆ Op-ed: How Gen X can transform worrying about finances to flourishing
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-05 | by ( Preston D. Cherry | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +5 min

It's a lot to deal with, and Gen X can struggle with juggling life and finances across multiple responsibilities. In many families, the transfer must come through Gen X first. About three-quarters (74%) of Gen X reported financial trauma, compared to 71% of millennials, 63% of boomers and 64% of Generation Z. So how can Gen X feel more confident about their current and future finances? Second, Gen X must believe that they can secure their future selves without depriving their current selves.

Persons: Ippei, —, X, Xers, Gen, Gen X, gripe Locations: Experian

☆ Investing in Trump Media is an 'act of faith,' expert says. Here are some risks involved
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-17 | by ( Lorie Konish | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

A screen displays trading information about shares of Truth Social and Trump Media & Technology Group outside the Nasdaq MarketSite in New York City on March 26, 2024. The former president is the majority shareholder in Trump Media, which trades under the initials of his name, DJT, on the Nasdaq. "The reason that people own this stock is because, in one way or another, they support Donald Trump," Rekenthaler said. The closest company comparison to Trump Media is Tesla, according to Rekenthaler. Trump Media is currently a $4 million business through social media, he said.

Persons: Donald Trump, Rekenthaler, John Rekenthaler, Tesla, Elon, Trump, FAFSA, Preston D, Cherry, who's, Oprah —, Ted Jenkin, Jenkin Organizations: Truth Social, Trump Media & Technology Group, Nasdaq, Trump Media, Morningstar, Elon Musk, Trump, Securities and Exchange Commission, Finance, Adidas, CNBC FA Council Locations: New York City, Green Bay , Wisconsin, Atlanta

☆ 52% of Black Americans say homeownership is a mark of success, report finds. But it can conflict with other goals
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-21 | by ( Ana Teresa Solá | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Maskot | Digitalvision | Getty Images'Homeownership has a lot more expenses than renting'"Homeownership has a lot more expenses than renting: taxes, insurance, maintenance, down payment. All these factors need to be considered," said Cherry, a member of CNBC's Financial Advisor Council. "Understand what it is to be a homeowner and how things work," said Elliott, also a member of CNBC's Financial Advisor Council. "The cost of homeownership versus renting has been made [it] daunting to become a homeowner. "At the end of the day, what good is being a homeowner when you can't provide basic necessities for yourself and your loved ones?"

Persons: Cherry, Kamila Elliott, Elliott, Susan M, Wachter, Preston D, Jacob Channel Organizations: Digitalvision, Getty, CNBC's, CFP, Wealth Partners, CNBC, Council, The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, Cherry Locations: Atlanta, U.S

☆ Don't budget, says financial psychologist. Here's why he recommends a 'spending plan' instead
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-27 | by ( Ana Teresa Solá | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Budgets help address maladaptive financial behavior or areas where you need control, such as overspending or spending leakages. "Psychologically, 'budgets' sound restrictive. 'Spending plans' sound a lot better — they give a lot more freedom and flexibility," he said. "It's about giving yourself permission to start the life stage that you're in and then go on to the next one," said Cherry. Jump-start your financial journey by being honest with yourself on where you are standing.

Persons: Preston D, Cherry Organizations: CNBC's Locations: Green Bay , Wisconsin

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