# Save for Your Retirement Before Your Kids’ College – In That Order

- Source: Money Crashers
- Published: 2026-10-18T12:30:00+00:00
- Category: Markets
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A short college fund has backups like student loans, scholarships, and cheaper schools, while a short retirement fund leaves you working longer or living on less. Fund your own retirement first, starting with every dollar of your employer's match, and put money toward college only after your retirement savings are on track. Source

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