The decision isn't as simple as an either-or choice.

A 401 (k) is an employer-sponsored retirement plan that allows employees to save a portion of their salary, usually on a ...

Roth IRAs can be an attractive addition to your portfolio, but boy, are they surrounded by rules and regulations. It's easy ...

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RMDs: Beginning at age73 (or 75 if you were born in 1960 or later), you must begin taking RMDs from your 401 (k), even if you ...

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Understand the consequences of withdrawing money from a 401(k) or IRA retirement account for emergencies and create a plan to ...

I have $1 million in my IRA. Once I reach 73 years of age what are the withdrawal requirements? I retired five years ago with ...

A major retirement survey reveals widespread Roth IRA regret among seniors. The data demonstrates significant financial ...

What to consider when choosing between a Roth IRA and a 401(k). There's no rule saying you can't invest in both.