Nearly half of Americans aged 60 and older can't afford their daily needs, the National Council on Aging estimates. Over 3,800 older Americans reached out to Business Insider to share their financial regrets and the lessons they wish they had learned earlier. Six shared advice on saving, investing, and preparing for retirement.

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00:00 - Dear Younger Self
00:49 - "Save Money And Invest In A Roth IRA Or 401(k)"
02:21 - "Don’t Pile Up Debt"
04:36 - "Prioritize Your Health"
05:54 - "Don’t Retire Early"
08:29 - "Pursue A Career You’re Passionate About"
10:12 - "What We Did Right"
11:53 - Credits

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