If you're aiming to retire at the standard retirement age of 65, your 50s can feel like crunch time. Whether you're falling behind or you're pretty sure you're on track, this is the decade to nail down exactly how much you need to save for the retirement lifestyle you want and exactly what it's going to take over these next 10 to 15 years to get there.
At the same time, you might be part of the sandwich generation – those who have been stretched thin by the need to take care of both their aging parents and their older children, all while still trying to keep up with their own financial goals.
