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.

Baby boomers have the highest average 401 (k) balance of all four generations. That’s no surprise, as they’ve been working ...

Fidelity recommends putting aside three times your annual income by age 40. Here's how to get the most out of your savings to ...

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 ...

Average 401(k) plan balances reached $148,153 in 2024, up from $134,128 in 2023, according to Vanguard’s “How America Saves ...

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 ...

As the cost of college in the U.S. continues to surge, many parents are resorting to drastic financial strategies—including ...

Nearly one-in-five workers eligible for a retirement plan through their employer aren’t enrolled. There are a few rules of ...

Simple changes today can lead to a stress-free retirement later. Here's how to avoid the biggest savings slip-ups.

Income limits also exist to determine eligibility for tax deductions (Traditional IRA) or to contribute to a Roth IRA. These ...

Let’s say you happen to be a few years out from retirement, and are on track to have an extra $2,700 a month after covering ...

In this edition: the cultural roots of retirement decisions and how to get back on track after a financial mistake ...