For Gen Xers in their 40s and 50s, retirement may be right around the corner.
On average, Gen Xers believe they will need around $1.56 million to retire comfortably, according to Northwestern Mutual's 2024 Planning and Progress study.
Retirement saving obstaclesA few factors have prevented members of Gen X from setting aside more money for retirement.
"When Gen Xers started working, they had to choose whether they wanted to enroll in their company's 401(k) plan," she tells CNBC Make It.
How Gen Xers can boost their retirement savings
Persons:
Xers, Gen Xers, that's, Gen, Gen Zers, Anne Lester
Organizations:
Allianz Life, CNBC, Fidelity Investments
Locations:
Northwestern