When it comes to getting ready for retirement, the American middle class is in trouble.

There are plenty of reasons why, but there are some that can be challenged—although the solutions require some pretty active strategies.

Still, as Madison.com reports, when you're talking about a period of time that could span 20 years or even more, it's worth taking a look at what's holding you back and how you can get ahead in spite of it all.

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