This week we’re sitting down with Karen Andres and KC Boas from the Aspen Institute Financial Security Program to explore what’s ahead for all things inclusive saving and investing. We cover some ground: Trump Accounts, the 2027 Saver’s Match rollout, and fresh thinking about financial diaries. Their take? America’s retirement system has some unfinished business.

Happy November! With rain falling here and snow beginning to blanket the higher elevations, it’s the perfect time to cozy up with a warm drink and dive into some fresh insights and inspiring updates. This week, we’re exploring developments in Delaware, the latest state Auto IRA metrics from September, key updates from Connecticut, Maine, New Jersey, and Nevada, and a roundup of must-reads in Hot Sauce, Cool Stuff. Plus, don’t miss our Pix of the Week to wrap it all up. Let’s get started!

October is here, bringing festive vibes and #NationalRetirementSecurityMonth—our favorite time to spotlight the importance of saving for retirement. Grab your pumpkin beer or latte and dive in as we explore RetirePath Virginia’s 4 E’s, fresh state metrics, updates from key states, a unique take on nesting shorebirds and retirement innovation, Maui-inspired wisdom, Hot Sauce, and Pix of the Week. Let’s go!