Money

When she turned 30, Chianti Lomax had an epiphany: Her salary and savings weren't enough to buya home or start a family. MONEY paired her with a financial expert for help with a plan.

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Definitive answers to all your retirementquestions, including how much you need to save, how to invest your nest egg, and how to catch up ifyou're behind.

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