All three have a tax or coverage outcome that locks in permanently once the calendar year turns.

A 401(k) can provide a path to gold investing, but the process — and the risks — require careful consideration.

Gold prices have shifted sharply in 2026, complicating the decision to move 401(k) funds into the precious metal.

A million dollar 401(k) is a big accomplishment, but will it be enough for a luxury retirement in California? A financial planner shares do's and dont's ...

Less than half of retirees say a workplace plan is providing income, while current workers expect 401(k)s to carry retirement. The balances show why—and IRAs complicate the picture.

A forgotten retirement account may still be growing, but leaving it behind can come with hidden costs that chip away at your ...

Working past 73 can give one retirement account a reprieve that another account sitting at the same brokerage simply cannot get, and the difference quietly reshapes how much of your Social Security ...

The Center for Retirement Research identified another way that inertia can help bolster your retirement savings. It helps ...

The 401(k) has been arguably one of the most successful tools in preparing people for retirement. Since its introduction in 1980, assets in the tax-deferred accounts – meaning you can save now and pay ...

(k) balances have reached a record high, according to Vanguard's 2026 How America Saves report. The average account balance for Vanguard participants was $167,970 in 2025, an increase of 13% from 2024 ...

Early 401(k) withdrawals can carry a long-term cost, since money taken out today also loses years of potential investment ...

Everybody knows a car oil leak can damage the engine and result in costly repairs. And they also know a leaky toilet can cause the water bill to spike. But retirement savers may have no idea that ...