4 Essential Retirement Planning Tips for Gig Workers

Ah, the gig lifestyle. You have freedom, independence, and a flexible schedule to boot. If only you could add a workplace retirement savings plan to that mix, life would be nearly perfect.

According to a poll conducted for Small Business Majority, four in 10 self-employed workers aren't actively saving for retirement. Some 38% of these solo entrepreneurs said they're not saving because they don't make enough. And another 31% admitted to not saving because of unpredictable income.

Saving is hard, particularly when you don't have access to a plan that takes pre-tax money right out of your regular paycheck. But if you plan on retiring at some point, you need to do the work of saving. Here's how self-employed folks and gig workers can get it done.

Source Fool.com