# Record 401(k) Balances Still Aren't Enough for Retirement

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Podcast: [Real Estate News: Real Estate Investing Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/real-estate-news-real-estate-investing-podcast-217472)
Published: 2026-06-26T11:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://realwealth.com/real-estate-news-for-investors-podcast/
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## Resource

Americans are saving more for retirement than ever before, according to Vanguard's latest "How America Saves" report. But even with record 401(k) balances, many workers may still be far from generating enough income to replace a paycheck. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down the numbers and explains what they could mean for real estate investors looking to build long-term retirement income. Want to watch our free retirement webinar? Visit www.NewsforInvestors.com . Sources: https://workplace.vanguard.com/content/iig-transformation/pdf/how-america-saves-2026.html https://401kspecialistmag.com/how-america-saves-2026-preview-strong-market-auto-features-power-record-401k-balances

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