Some people try their hardest to save well for retirement and ultimately fall short. You might land in that boat if you struggle with medical bills or end up with more expensive homeownership costs than expected.

But no matter why you're approaching retirement without enough savings, the reality is that your situation isn't ideal. Not only might it put a dark cloud over your retirement, but it could also result in some serious financial struggles down the line.

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