Whenever anyone thinks about a 401(k), there’s a pretty good chance it’s widely mentioned as one of the best retirement ...

Wondering what happens to your 401(k) if you get fired? Learn about rollovers, withdrawals and vesting, so you can protect ...

Key Points With a 401(k), you could face an early withdrawal penalty for removing funds before turning 59 1/2. Under certain ...

The average can vary dramatically by age group, and the average and median 401(k) balances are very different.

When you leave a job, it’s generally a good idea to take your 401(k) plan with you. This doesn’t mean you should cash it out, ...

Around one in five Americans has a dormant or forgotten 401(k) plan that they left behind when they left their job, and ...

A lot of people are struggling to make ends meet given our recent bout of rampant inflation. And if you’re someone without ...

You can take a loan from your 401(k) plan if necessary, but it runs the risk of jeopardizing your long-term retirement goals, ...

Whether you're self-employed now or plan to start a small business in retirement, a Solo 401(k) is an ideal way to keep your investments flowing. Here's how.

One of the most valuable perks of a 401(k) is its high contribution limits. In 2025, adults under 50 can contribute up to $23,500 to one of these accounts, and this doesn't include any match their ...

Adults under 50 can contribute up to $23,500 to a 401(k) in 2025. Those 50 and older have long been able to contribute more money to their 401(k)s. A new SECURE 2.0 Act rule change enables a ...