Saving in a 401(k) in 2026? Why your expected tax break may be smaller than you think

Social security 401(k) is undergoing a few rules changes in 2026. Savers must understand the tax break implications to get ...

Avoid These 10 Common Mistakes with Traditional IRAs

Discover how to avoid costly mistakes with traditional IRAs and maximize your retirement savings with these expert tips on ...

Traditional IRA Early Withdrawal Penalties: What You Need to Know

If you withdraw money from your traditional IRA before age 59½, you will likely have to pay a 10% penalty on top of regular ...

Planning to Retire in 2040? Read This Before You Collect Your First Social Security Check

It's always a good idea to start thinking about retirement in advance.

New 401(k) rules in 2026 could impact higher earners and taxes

There's a new rule coming to 401(k) catch-up contributions this year that affects higher earners. And it may also have an ...

How To Handle the New 401(k) Rule That Goes Into Effect in 2026

High earners don't need to overhaul their investment strategy, but should revisit their retirement plan to understand how ...

Couple that makes $245K per year is struggling after husband quit his job and secretly cashed out his 401(k). What Ramit Sethi says they need to do

That’s the case for a couple featured on a recent episode of Ramit Sethi’s podcast, I Will Teach You To Be Rich. Jamie, 45, ...

What's a Realistic Retirement Budget? I'm 66 With $1.1k in a 401(k), Another $80k in Savings and I'll Have $2,800 Social Security

A retirement budget compares expected income with planned expenses to see whether spending fits within available income. This ...
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How to convert after tax 401(k) contributions to an IRA

Contributing after-tax dollars to a 401(k) might appeal to you if you'd like to be able to withdraw funds tax-free in ...