My retired father uses his pension to pay for my basic needs because I can't find a job. I'm worried I'm ruining his retirement.

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The author, not pictured, is a recent college grad who depends on her father.

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A third of Americans plan to retire on Social Security alone, but it may not be enough to get by

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About a third of Americans plan to rely on Social Security income during retirement.

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A boomer couple on Social Security moved to Guatemala because they couldn't afford to retire in the US. After 2 years, they moved back.

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Robert Zimmerman and his wife moved to Guatemala for their retirement, though they moved back to the US two years later.

Robert Zimmerman

A Texas boomer couple who retired to an expat hot spot in Ecuador explains how it helps them save money

Tech Insider : Economy, Economy, Travel
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Karl and Brenda love to travel in retirement.

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Millennials have 'phantom wealth' hidden in their homes and 401Ks — but they don't feel rich

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Milennial couple standing next to a model house that is empty inside, on a harsh red background.

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An Australian boomer retired in Thailand on an $18,000 annual pension. He saves almost half his income and can still travel the world.

Tech Insider : Economy, Economy, Travel
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John Walker, 73, (not pictured) moved to Thailand from Australia. He retired and is living on his $18,000 annual pension.

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A millennial couple with a $1.2 million net worth explains how they both plan to retire by 35

Tech Insider : Economy
Andrea Wallace with her family
Andrea Wallace and her husband are set to achieve financial independence in four years.

Andrea Wallace

Millennial and Gen Z retirements might actually be OK while boomers and Gen X could struggle. It's due to how savings have changed over time.

Tech Insider : Economy, Economy
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Gen X and boomers are at greater risk of facing retirement shortfalls than younger generations, a new report said.

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A peak boomer fears she can't retire with $2,000 Social Security payments — and may have to move in with her sons

Tech Insider : Economy
Becky Davenport
Becky Davenport has worked her whole life but fears she may never retire.

Becky Davenport

Why a semi-retired baby boomer chose a passion project over a life of leisure: 'There's just an adrenaline rush'

Tech Insider : Economy
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Michael McCaman (right) and Trey Fischer, two of four cofounders of Orion Therapeutics.

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