As stock and bond markets have whipsawed this year, you may be afraid to look at your 401 (k) account balance. But all of the volatility actually makes this an opportune time to look under the hood of ...

The conventional retirement-investing advice is to “set it and forget it” — but at this stage of life, you can’t afford not ...

You may be curious to know how your 401(k) balance compares to the average saver's. To that end, Fidelity has some new data. And it may surprise you.

A 401 (k) is the most popular type of retirement account, but it's not the only option available. Others, like individual ...

While Vanguard's newly released "How America Saves" yearly report reveals that Americans' 401 (k) savings rates are at record ...

Experts say the addition of cryptocurrency or private equity to 401(k) rosters could put investors in risky territory.

Workers in their 50s have kept contributions steady, but many still fall short of recommended retirement savings targets ...

The moment a family member passes away, it’s perfectly understandable to have a wide range of emotions. From sadness and ...

Have an issue with your financial planner or looking for a new one? Email questions or concerns to [email protected].

Opting into your first employer-sponsored 401 (k) plan is one of the easiest ways to leverage the time value of money. If your employer offers matching contributions, make sure to take advantage.

Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) has raised concerns about a major retirement plan provider’s intent to offer private equity and credit investments within 401 (k) accounts. What Happened: In a ...