The expanded rules for hardship distributions in 401(k) plans represent an advantage for employees. However, their use must be strategic and planned.

One of the benefits of employment is being able to participate in an employer-sponsored retirement plan, but while not every company offers one (and not every employee is eligible to participate ...

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On January 3, 2025, the IRS and Treasury issued long-awaited final regulations (the “45V Final Regulations”) implementing the clean ...

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A reliable stream of funds to live on is a necessity for retirees. When a retirement fund is depleted, the retiree must rely on other sources of income to survive or return to work if possible.

American workers saving and investing for retirement have many options to consider, but often focus on short-term necessities instead of prioritizing the goal of planning for the future.

Personally, I think the 401k should be a top priority over other investment accounts if there's a match to be had. Indeed, some employers offer some really generous matches (think more than 100%).

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 ...

The start of a new year is a great time to hold yourself accountable for meeting financial goals. And one of your goals may be to increase your retirement savings rate. If you have a 401(k) plan ...

Allison Schrager is a Bloomberg Opinion columnist covering economics. A senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute, she is author of “An Economist Walks Into a Brothel: And Other Unexpected Places ...