How to Build Your Nest Egg in 5 Easy Steps

It's an oft-bemoaned fact that 1 out of 3 Americans has no retirement savings. But while it's easy enough to make excuses for why we're not saving, the truth is that if more workers don't step up their games, they're going to face a rather harsh reality once retirement rolls around.

One reason why so many people neglect their long-term savings is that they find the idea overwhelming. After all, it's almost impossible to predict how much any of us will need to retire comfortably, or what things will cost down the line. With that in mind, here's a simple step-by-step guide for establishing a nest egg -- even if you're not sure exactly how much you ought to be aiming for.

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