Gen X & Retirement: Keeping Your Wild Dreams Alive

Retirement might feel far away—but for Gen X, it’s closer than you think

Recently featured in MSN and Yahoo Finance, president & ceo, Tansley Stearns, is sharing insights on how Gen X can take charge of their financial future and realize their wild dreams.

For the full story, check them out here:

• 70% of Gen Xers say they can't afford to retire—They're right if they don't do these 8 things - MSN
• Retiring in 2026? 6 financial traps to avoid at all costs - Yahoo Finance

Why retirement planning feels tough for Gen X

Between raising kids, helping aging parents, and building careers, it’s easy to push retirement to the back burner. But planning for your future isn’t selfish—it’s essential. As Tansley shared, the right steps now can give you the freedom and flexibility you’ve always dreamed about later.

Where to start

Here are a few takeaways from Tansley’s tips that can help get you get started today:

Make it automatic

Automating savings means you won’t miss what you don’t see. A Grow Your Change savings tool or an automatic savings challenge, like our 52-week Savings Challenge can take the sting out of building savings by making it feel easy and routine.

Tackle debt first

Freeing up high-interest payments gives you more to save. If you're a member, you can take advantage of free financial counseling to help boost your financial fitness and tackle debt that may be holding you back.

Consider a credit union

While banks are profit driven, local credit unions are not-for-profit financial institutions. That means that they put the needs and goals of their members first, which can lead to lower fees, higher rates, and friendly services better crafted to help you hit your personal retirement dreams and goals.

Dream Wild™

Retirement isn’t just bills and budgets—it’s about creating the freedom to live the life you want. That's why we've partnered with certified financial planners to help you dream even bigger and guide your growth with retirement planning, investment services, 401k rollover services, and more.

You’re not alone

We know retirement planning can feel intimidating, but you don’t have to figure it out alone. As your Michigan-based, for-impact community credit union, we’re here to walk with you—helping you build a future where your wild dreams can come true.