How freelancers can start saving for retirement when money is tight
By
Tom May
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Summary
This article from the "Dear Boom" advice series addresses the common anxiety freelancers face about saving for retirement. It acknowledges the struggle of trying to save for the future when living month-to-month, and provides practical guidance on how freelancers can start building a pension. The piece emphasizes that while it feels impossible when money is tight, not saving is a costly mistake, and offers actionable steps to get started.
Key quotes
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When money is tight, and you're focused on surviving month to month, saving feels impossible.
I don't have a pension, and I don't know where to start. What do other freelancers actually do?
It's a question that deserves a proper answer, because the stakes are higher than you might think.
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