Maxing out your retirement account can be smart, but here are some reasons not to do it.

The most common savings vehicle for most people these days is a 401(k) plan. To know how much to set aside in these ...

Your savings rate is your biggest constraint when it comes to your retirement timeline. But retirement account rules also matter.

LEAWOOD, Kan., Jan. 9, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- blooom, the robo-advisor making 401k help available, simple and affordable to millions of Americans, announced a new feature, Suspicious Activity Alerts, ...

Traditional 401(k)s give you a tax break today, but require you to pay taxes on your withdrawals later. Roth 401(k)s don't have an upfront tax break, but allow for tax-free withdrawals in retirement.

When facing a financial emergency, accessing money in a 401(k) plan can feel a bit like being stranded at sea: surrounded by water, yet unable to take a drink. Your money is there, it’s just not ...

Bank of America is launching a new digital platform to help its customers “conveniently convert” their 401(k) retirement investment portfolios into a steady income. Launching November 17, the tool ...

Claiming your 401(k) match could potentially double your retirement account contributions for the year. Switching to percentage-based 401(k) contributions can prevent your savings rate from dipping ...

Turning 60 is a major milestone, especially when it comes to your 401(k) retirement plan. In 2026, there will be several changes to 401(k)s, including new contribution limits and tax changes for high ...

The rule of 55 allows penalty-free 401(k) withdrawals only from your current employer’s plan after separation. Funds in old 401(k) accounts from previous employers remain subject to the 10% early ...

A proposed rule from the Department of Labor would make it easier for company retirement plan sponsors to add alternative-type assets, such as private credit and private equity, to company retirement ...