By Alexandra Blogier
Source: Your Tango
Yet again, Gen Xers are left to fend for themselves. Gen Xers pride themselves on being independent and self-sufficient. However, this generation of latchkey kids, who were born between 1965 and 1980, is now facing a future in which they could benefit from community support.
Many Gen Xers are getting ready to retire, but their savings are significantly lower than the recommended amount.
Gen Xers have 5 to 15 years left before they hit 65 years old, which was traditionally the age at which people were fully eligible to collect Social Security. Yet for people born in 1960 or later, the full benefit age is 67.