Your highest-earning years are ticking by
Your highest-earning years are ticking by
Your highest-earning years are ticking by
Your 40s are a turning point. You're likely earning more than ever. But for the first time, retirement isn't some far-off idea. You can actually see it from here.
Your 40s are a turning point. You're likely earning more than ever. But for the first time, retirement isn't some far-off idea. You can actually see it from here.
Three money basics for this decade
Three money basics for this decade
That mix of peak income and a shrinking runway is exactly why now matters. The good news: you still have time to make big moves count. Plain English, about five minutes.
That mix of peak income and a shrinking runway is exactly why now matters. The good news: you still have time to make big moves count. Plain English, about five minutes.
That mix of peak income and a shrinking runway is exactly why now matters. The good news: you still have time to make big moves count. Plain English, about five minutes.
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Find out if you're on track
Find out if you're on track
Investing for retirement
easier than ever
1. Download the Beanstox App and set up your account in minutes.
2. Select an IRA to start
3. Choose which IRA you want to start with. You can set up both!
4. Automate contributions with weekly, bi-weekly and monthly recurring options.
5. We handle the rest, keeping your investments on track.
In your 20s, "am I saving enough?" was easy to put off. In your 40s, it's THE question. And the only way to answer it is to actually run the numbers.
Here's the good part: you don't need a spreadsheet or a finance degree. A savings goal calculator lets you plug in what you've got, what you're adding, and when you'd like to retire, then shows roughly what it takes to get there. Sometimes you're closer than you feared. Sometimes it's a useful wake-up call. Either way, you'll know.
The SEC built a free, no-sign-up one:
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The "catch-up" rule that rewards your 40s
The "catch-up" rule that rewards your 40s
Investing for retirement
easier than ever
1. Download the Beanstox App and set up your account in minutes.
2. Select an IRA to start
3. Choose which IRA you want to start with. You can set up both!
4. Automate contributions with weekly, bi-weekly and monthly recurring options.
5. We handle the rest, keeping your investments on track.
Feel a little behind? You're in good company, and the tax code actually plans for it.
Once you turn 50, the IRS lets you put extra money into retirement accounts like a 401(k) or IRA, above the normal yearly limits. These are called catch-up contributions, and they exist for exactly this reason: to help people pad their savings in the higher-earning years right before retirement.
Your 40s are the time to plan for it, so the day you're eligible, you're ready to use it. The exact dollar amounts are set by the IRS and change over time, so check the current figures here:
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Check your mix as retirement gets closer
Check your mix as retirement gets closer
Investing for retirement
easier than ever
1. Download the Beanstox App and set up your account in minutes.
2. Select an IRA to start
3. Choose which IRA you want to start with. You can set up both!
4. Automate contributions with weekly, bi-weekly and monthly recurring options.
5. We handle the rest, keeping your investments on track.
When retirement is 40 years away, a bumpy market is no big deal. You've got decades to recover. As it gets closer, that math changes, and it's worth a look at how your money is divided up.
That division is called your asset allocation: how much sits in stocks versus bonds versus cash. The blend that made sense at 25 may not be the one you want at 45, because you have less time to bounce back from a big drop.
There's no one-size-fits-all answer; it depends on your timeline and how much risk you're comfortable with. This SEC guide walks through it in plain English:
The bottom line
The bottom line
Your 40s are your highest-leverage years: strong income, and still time on the clock. Three moves make the most of them.
Run the numbers so you know where you stand
Run the numbers so you know where you stand
Run the numbers so you know where you stand
Plan to use catch-up contributions
Plan to use catch-up contributions
Plan to use catch-up contributions
Make sure your mix fits your timeline
Make sure your mix fits your timeline
Make sure your mix fits your timeline
Your challenge
Your challenge
This one takes about ten minutes. Run your numbers in the SEC's Savings Goal Calculator (linked above), then write down a single goal for the year, whatever feels right to you. Maybe it's bumping up your monthly investments a little, or just knowing your target for the first time.
Then tell a friend what you came up with, and ask about theirs. The numbers feel less scary when you're not looking at them alone, and you're more likely to follow through when someone's checking in.
No pressure, no judgment, just a nudge in the right direction.
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Beanstox makes automated investing easy, designed for the 100 million Americans not yet investing and others who want simplicity. Created by Kevin O’Leary, Chairman & co-owner, and the Beanstox team.
Beanstox makes automated investing easy, designed for the 100 million Americans not yet investing and others who want simplicity. Created by Kevin O’Leary, Chairman & co-owner, and the Beanstox team.
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Invest without stress. Easier than a walk in the park. No stock picking, no market timing and no experience needed.
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Unless indicated differently, data is as of 03/31/2026.
*Disclosures
Beanstox does not provide tax, legal, accounting, budgeting, credit score, or banking advice. The information provided is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute such advice. Readers are encouraged to consult with their personal tax, legal, and accounting professionals for specific guidance.
** Open a Traditional IRA with Beanstox and boost your federal tax refund by up to $22 for every $100 you contribute by April 15, 2027 (or up to $1,540 assuming 22% on the maximum contribution of $7,500).
1. Pricing: Learn About Pricing.
2. Power Savings: As of March 31, 2026: traditional US Savings Account Rate: 0.39% (YCharts); T-Bill yield: 3.57% (YCharts); comparison based on 3.55% (as of 4/16/2026), the 30-day SEC yield of the Beanstox short-duration bond portfolio ETF constituents; the 30-day SEC yield is a standard metric defined by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and reflects the dividends and interest earned during the period after the deduction of the ETF's expenses. There are no assurances that this yield will be sustainable in the future. This product invests in one or more ETFs. Results may vary due to expenses and other factors.
3. Stocks 500: Where applicable, as of March 31, 2026, S&P 500 return assumes an initial $1,000 investment, 40-year annualized return of 10% (Source: Bloomberg Finance LP). It is not possible to invest directly in an index. This product invests in an ETF aiming to track the S&P 500’s performance. Results may vary due to expenses and other factors. Returns before ETF fees. Diversification is not a guarantee of profit or protection against loss.
4. Wealth Builder: Saving $400/month over 40 years, but not investing and assuming no interest accrual, would accumulate $192,000; however, investing the same $400/month, could add up to over $1 million over the same period of time. This projection illustrates a hypothetical example of compounding over time, based on an investment of $400 per month for 40 years with an assumed annualized returns of 8% or more, compounded monthly, assuming the funds stay invested throughout the investment period.
5. All corporate logos are for illustrative purposes only and are not a recommendation, an offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to buy any security.
6. App store rating is as of 03/31/2026, and is based upon all ratings and reviews received by Apple App Store and Google Play Store (collectively, the “App Stores”) submitted since the Beanstox app was available on each App Store. Current rating can be found on Beanstox’s app preview in each App Store and is subject to change. App Store rating is generally calculated and generated by each App Stores based on the average of all total Beanstox app ratings. No compensation was exchanged for reviews or ratings. Rating may not be representative of the Beanstox client experience, advisory services, or investment performance. For more information, see more reviews at the App Store and Google Play Store.
7. Beanstox Bitcoin is a self-directed portfolio and should not be considered to be a recommendation. Investing in digital assets, such as Bitcoins, is highly speculative and volatile, and only suitable for investors who are able to bear the risk of potential loss and experience sharp drawdowns. Digital assets are not legal tender and are not backed by the U.S. government. Although exposure to Bitcoin can help further diversify your investment portfolios for the long-term, digital assets investments carry significant risk! Generally, you may want to consider limiting your digital assets allocation to no more than 5% of your investments. Even today, while Cryptocurrency is gaining a more prominent currency position, it’s still considered a highly volatile investment. Beanstox does not provide access to invest directly in Bitcoin. Bitcoin exposure is provided through the iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF. This is considered a high-risk investment given the speculative and volatile nature of digital assets. Investing involves risk including the loss of principal.
8.Beanstox Gold is a self-directed portfolio and should not be considered to be a recommendation. Investing in commodities, such as gold, is speculative and can be volatile, and may only suitable for investors who are able to bear the risk of potential loss and experience sharp drawdowns. Although exposure to gold can help further diversify your investment portfolios for the long-term, commodities carry significant risk. Generally, you may want to consider limiting your commodities allocation to no more than 10% of your investments. Beanstox does not provide access to invest directly in gold. Beanstox’s gold exposure is provided through the iShares Gold Trust. This is considered a high-risk investment given the speculative and volatile nature of commodities. Investing involves risk including the loss of principal.
New Products: We are excited about the development of new products, although there are no assurances that these products will be implemented or offered to Beanstox App users, or that final details on how the products will be offered will not differ from those currently contemplated.
Beanstox Inc. (“Beanstox”) is an SEC registered investment adviser and has arranged for brokerage services to be provided by DriveWealth LLC., a registered broker-dealer and member of FINRA/SIPC. DriveWealth is not affiliated with Beanstox.
Investing in securities involves risks, and there is always the potential of losing money when you invest in securities. Before investing, consider your investment objectives and risk tolerance levels and Beanstox’s charges and expenses. The information provided herein is for illustrative purposes only and does not constitute personalized investment advice, recommendations or solicitations to hold, buy or sell any investment or security of any kind. Beanstox’s internet-based advisory services are designed to assist clients in achieving investment goals. They are not intended to provide comprehensive tax advice or financial planning with respect to every aspect of a client’s financial situation and do not incorporate specific investments that clients hold elsewhere. For more details, see our Form ADV Part 2A and Part 3 CRS and other disclosures.
All images and return figures shown are for illustrative purposes only and are not actual customer or model returns. Actual returns will vary greatly and depend on personal and market conditions. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Google Play and the Google Play logo are trademarks of Google, Inc. Apple, the Apple logo, and iPhone are trademarks of Apple, Inc., registered in the U.S.
Our site uses cookies and other similar technologies so that we can remember you and understand how you and other visitors use our site. Please see Beanstox Privacy Policy for more information.
© 2026 Beanstox Inc.
Copyright © 2026 Beanstox. All Rights Reserved
Check Out the Beanstox App
Invest without stress. Easier than a walk in the park. No stock picking, no market timing and no experience needed.
Legal
Developers
Unless indicated differently, data is as of 03/31/2026.
*Disclosures
Beanstox does not provide tax, legal, accounting, budgeting, credit score, or banking advice. The information provided is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute such advice. Readers are encouraged to consult with their personal tax, legal, and accounting professionals for specific guidance.
** Open a Traditional IRA with Beanstox and boost your federal tax refund by up to $22 for every $100 you contribute by April 15, 2027 (or up to $1,540 assuming 22% on the maximum contribution of $7,500).
1. Pricing: Learn About Pricing.
2. Power Savings: As of March 31, 2026: traditional US Savings Account Rate: 0.39% (YCharts); T-Bill yield: 3.57% (YCharts); comparison based on 3.55% (as of 4/16/2026), the 30-day SEC yield of the Beanstox short-duration bond portfolio ETF constituents; the 30-day SEC yield is a standard metric defined by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and reflects the dividends and interest earned during the period after the deduction of the ETF's expenses. There are no assurances that this yield will be sustainable in the future. This product invests in one or more ETFs. Results may vary due to expenses and other factors.
3. Stocks 500: Where applicable, as of March 31, 2026, S&P 500 return assumes an initial $1,000 investment, 40-year annualized return of 10% (Source: Bloomberg Finance LP). It is not possible to invest directly in an index. This product invests in an ETF aiming to track the S&P 500’s performance. Results may vary due to expenses and other factors. Returns before ETF fees. Diversification is not a guarantee of profit or protection against loss.
4. Wealth Builder: Saving $400/month over 40 years, but not investing and assuming no interest accrual, would accumulate $192,000; however, investing the same $400/month, could add up to over $1 million over the same period of time. This projection illustrates a hypothetical example of compounding over time, based on an investment of $400 per month for 40 years with an assumed annualized returns of 8% or more, compounded monthly, assuming the funds stay invested throughout the investment period.
5. All corporate logos are for illustrative purposes only and are not a recommendation, an offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to buy any security.
6. App store rating is as of 03/31/2026, and is based upon all ratings and reviews received by Apple App Store and Google Play Store (collectively, the “App Stores”) submitted since the Beanstox app was available on each App Store. Current rating can be found on Beanstox’s app preview in each App Store and is subject to change. App Store rating is generally calculated and generated by each App Stores based on the average of all total Beanstox app ratings. No compensation was exchanged for reviews or ratings. Rating may not be representative of the Beanstox client experience, advisory services, or investment performance. For more information, see more reviews at the App Store and Google Play Store.
7. Beanstox Bitcoin is a self-directed portfolio and should not be considered to be a recommendation. Investing in digital assets, such as Bitcoins, is highly speculative and volatile, and only suitable for investors who are able to bear the risk of potential loss and experience sharp drawdowns. Digital assets are not legal tender and are not backed by the U.S. government. Although exposure to Bitcoin can help further diversify your investment portfolios for the long-term, digital assets investments carry significant risk! Generally, you may want to consider limiting your digital assets allocation to no more than 5% of your investments. Even today, while Cryptocurrency is gaining a more prominent currency position, it’s still considered a highly volatile investment. Beanstox does not provide access to invest directly in Bitcoin. Bitcoin exposure is provided through the iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF. This is considered a high-risk investment given the speculative and volatile nature of digital assets. Investing involves risk including the loss of principal.
8.Beanstox Gold is a self-directed portfolio and should not be considered to be a recommendation. Investing in commodities, such as gold, is speculative and can be volatile, and may only suitable for investors who are able to bear the risk of potential loss and experience sharp drawdowns. Although exposure to gold can help further diversify your investment portfolios for the long-term, commodities carry significant risk. Generally, you may want to consider limiting your commodities allocation to no more than 10% of your investments. Beanstox does not provide access to invest directly in gold. Beanstox’s gold exposure is provided through the iShares Gold Trust. This is considered a high-risk investment given the speculative and volatile nature of commodities. Investing involves risk including the loss of principal.
New Products: We are excited about the development of new products, although there are no assurances that these products will be implemented or offered to Beanstox App users, or that final details on how the products will be offered will not differ from those currently contemplated.
Beanstox Inc. (“Beanstox”) is an SEC registered investment adviser and has arranged for brokerage services to be provided by DriveWealth LLC., a registered broker-dealer and member of FINRA/SIPC. DriveWealth is not affiliated with Beanstox.
Investing in securities involves risks, and there is always the potential of losing money when you invest in securities. Before investing, consider your investment objectives and risk tolerance levels and Beanstox’s charges and expenses. The information provided herein is for illustrative purposes only and does not constitute personalized investment advice, recommendations or solicitations to hold, buy or sell any investment or security of any kind. Beanstox’s internet-based advisory services are designed to assist clients in achieving investment goals. They are not intended to provide comprehensive tax advice or financial planning with respect to every aspect of a client’s financial situation and do not incorporate specific investments that clients hold elsewhere. For more details, see our Form ADV Part 2A and Part 3 CRS and other disclosures.
All images and return figures shown are for illustrative purposes only and are not actual customer or model returns. Actual returns will vary greatly and depend on personal and market conditions. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Google Play and the Google Play logo are trademarks of Google, Inc. Apple, the Apple logo, and iPhone are trademarks of Apple, Inc., registered in the U.S.
Our site uses cookies and other similar technologies so that we can remember you and understand how you and other visitors use our site. Please see Beanstox Privacy Policy for more information.
© 2026 Beanstox Inc.
Copyright © 2026 Beanstox. All Rights Reserved
Check Out the Beanstox App
Invest without stress. Easier than a walk in the park. No stock picking, no market timing and no experience needed.
Legal
Developers
Unless indicated differently, data is as of 03/31/2026.
*Disclosures
Beanstox does not provide tax, legal, accounting, budgeting, credit score, or banking advice. The information provided is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute such advice. Readers are encouraged to consult with their personal tax, legal, and accounting professionals for specific guidance.
** Open a Traditional IRA with Beanstox and boost your federal tax refund by up to $22 for every $100 you contribute by April 15, 2027 (or up to $1,540 assuming 22% on the maximum contribution of $7,500).
1. Pricing: Learn About Pricing.
2. Power Savings: As of March 31, 2026: traditional US Savings Account Rate: 0.39% (YCharts); T-Bill yield: 3.57% (YCharts); comparison based on 3.55% (as of 4/16/2026), the 30-day SEC yield of the Beanstox short-duration bond portfolio ETF constituents; the 30-day SEC yield is a standard metric defined by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and reflects the dividends and interest earned during the period after the deduction of the ETF's expenses. There are no assurances that this yield will be sustainable in the future. This product invests in one or more ETFs. Results may vary due to expenses and other factors.
3. Stocks 500: Where applicable, as of March 31, 2026, S&P 500 return assumes an initial $1,000 investment, 40-year annualized return of 10% (Source: Bloomberg Finance LP). It is not possible to invest directly in an index. This product invests in an ETF aiming to track the S&P 500’s performance. Results may vary due to expenses and other factors. Returns before ETF fees. Diversification is not a guarantee of profit or protection against loss.
4. Wealth Builder: Saving $400/month over 40 years, but not investing and assuming no interest accrual, would accumulate $192,000; however, investing the same $400/month, could add up to over $1 million over the same period of time. This projection illustrates a hypothetical example of compounding over time, based on an investment of $400 per month for 40 years with an assumed annualized returns of 8% or more, compounded monthly, assuming the funds stay invested throughout the investment period.
5. All corporate logos are for illustrative purposes only and are not a recommendation, an offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to buy any security.
6. App store rating is as of 03/31/2026, and is based upon all ratings and reviews received by Apple App Store and Google Play Store (collectively, the “App Stores”) submitted since the Beanstox app was available on each App Store. Current rating can be found on Beanstox’s app preview in each App Store and is subject to change. App Store rating is generally calculated and generated by each App Stores based on the average of all total Beanstox app ratings. No compensation was exchanged for reviews or ratings. Rating may not be representative of the Beanstox client experience, advisory services, or investment performance. For more information, see more reviews at the App Store and Google Play Store.
7. Beanstox Bitcoin is a self-directed portfolio and should not be considered to be a recommendation. Investing in digital assets, such as Bitcoins, is highly speculative and volatile, and only suitable for investors who are able to bear the risk of potential loss and experience sharp drawdowns. Digital assets are not legal tender and are not backed by the U.S. government. Although exposure to Bitcoin can help further diversify your investment portfolios for the long-term, digital assets investments carry significant risk! Generally, you may want to consider limiting your digital assets allocation to no more than 5% of your investments. Even today, while Cryptocurrency is gaining a more prominent currency position, it’s still considered a highly volatile investment. Beanstox does not provide access to invest directly in Bitcoin. Bitcoin exposure is provided through the iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF. This is considered a high-risk investment given the speculative and volatile nature of digital assets. Investing involves risk including the loss of principal.
8.Beanstox Gold is a self-directed portfolio and should not be considered to be a recommendation. Investing in commodities, such as gold, is speculative and can be volatile, and may only suitable for investors who are able to bear the risk of potential loss and experience sharp drawdowns. Although exposure to gold can help further diversify your investment portfolios for the long-term, commodities carry significant risk. Generally, you may want to consider limiting your commodities allocation to no more than 10% of your investments. Beanstox does not provide access to invest directly in gold. Beanstox’s gold exposure is provided through the iShares Gold Trust. This is considered a high-risk investment given the speculative and volatile nature of commodities. Investing involves risk including the loss of principal.
New Products: We are excited about the development of new products, although there are no assurances that these products will be implemented or offered to Beanstox App users, or that final details on how the products will be offered will not differ from those currently contemplated.
Beanstox Inc. (“Beanstox”) is an SEC registered investment adviser and has arranged for brokerage services to be provided by DriveWealth LLC., a registered broker-dealer and member of FINRA/SIPC. DriveWealth is not affiliated with Beanstox.
Investing in securities involves risks, and there is always the potential of losing money when you invest in securities. Before investing, consider your investment objectives and risk tolerance levels and Beanstox’s charges and expenses. The information provided herein is for illustrative purposes only and does not constitute personalized investment advice, recommendations or solicitations to hold, buy or sell any investment or security of any kind. Beanstox’s internet-based advisory services are designed to assist clients in achieving investment goals. They are not intended to provide comprehensive tax advice or financial planning with respect to every aspect of a client’s financial situation and do not incorporate specific investments that clients hold elsewhere. For more details, see our Form ADV Part 2A and Part 3 CRS and other disclosures.
All images and return figures shown are for illustrative purposes only and are not actual customer or model returns. Actual returns will vary greatly and depend on personal and market conditions. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Google Play and the Google Play logo are trademarks of Google, Inc. Apple, the Apple logo, and iPhone are trademarks of Apple, Inc., registered in the U.S.
Our site uses cookies and other similar technologies so that we can remember you and understand how you and other visitors use our site. Please see Beanstox Privacy Policy for more information.
© 2026 Beanstox Inc.
Copyright © 2026 Beanstox. All Rights Reserved