save more for retirement

I’m trying to pay off my student loans, so it’s not easy, but so far this has felt really great. I’m putting away between $300-$500 a month right now, and once my company’s matching 401k starts in 3 weeks, I’m going to try and up that to $800. Of that $300-$500, about 50-60% has been going into a savings account for mid-term savings. Once Sept 1st rolls around, though, I’d like to start putting the matching maximum each year into the 401k, and some smaller designated amount into the savings account.

Here’s hoping I can make this work!

I am now depositing $100/mo into my Roth IRA. I thought I should wait until my credit card debt is paid off, but how long can I wait to start saving?

Put more aside for retirement by putting away raises and cutting back.