How Much Do I REALLY Need to Save for Retirement? | NerdWallet Retirement Calculator Test

As a self-employed, single woman in my 50s, planning for retirement is 100% my responsibility—no employer match, no pension, just me making it happen. So today, I’m running the numbers using NerdWallet’s Retirement Calculator to figure out exactly how much I need to save each month to reach my financial freedom goals.

In this video, I test different retirement scenarios, including:
✅ What happens if I do nothing and don't save another dime?
✅ How much will my post-retirement annual salary be?
✅ How much do I need to contribute to hit my "Freedom" number?

The results were eye-opening! If you’re self-employed, a freelancer, or just curious about your own retirement planning, I highly recommend playing around with a tool like this.

🔹 Try the NerdWallet Retirement Calculator: https://www.nerdwallet.com/calculator...

💬 QUESTION FOR YOU: Have you calculated your retirement savings goal? What’s one step you’re taking toward financial freedom? Let me know in the comments!