Why is it important to save and invest for retirement?

To have income when you no longer work.

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  1. To have income when you no longer work ✔
  2. To pay more taxes now
  3. To avoid ever working again immediately

Why: Retirement savings provide income later when you are no longer earning a paycheck.

Huh, didn't know that: Retirement savings provide income later when you are no longer earning a paycheck.

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References

Answer: To have income when you no longer work. Retirement savings provide income later when you are no longer earning a paycheck.

  1. Scouting America: Personal Management www.scouting.org/merit-badges/personal-management
    Why it is important to save and invest for retirement
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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