Tag Archives: 401(k)
What You Need to Know Before Raiding Your Retirement Plan
Oct 29, 2010 - Tough economic times have forced more employees than ever to raid their 401(k) retirement accounts. But before you even think about going down this road, read this.
Pining for Pensions: We Want Them, Even When They Leave Us Wanting
Aug 26, 2010 - A new study shows that half of Americans would love the stability of a pension instead of a volatile 401(k). But other research reveals that pensions have problems of their own these days.
It’s About Time: 401k Fees May Soon Be Disclosed
Jul 15, 2010 - For years, employees have been in the dark regarding fees they pay to invest in 401ks and other work-related voluntary retirement plans. The Department of Labor has finally agreed to turn on the light.
Wall Street Gobbles Up 1/3 of Your 401k Pie
Jul 12, 2010 - Think a $35 fee to check a bag is annoying? Compared to the hidden fees you pay to invest in your company's 401k or 403b plan, they're chickenfeed.
Don’t Let Your Employer Decide How to Invest Your Retirement Plan
Jun 14, 2010 - Just because your employer automatically enrolled you in their retirement plan doesn't mean you leave amounts and investments up to them as well.
3 Things to Consider Before Converting Your IRA to a Roth
Jan 04, 2010 - 2010 is the only year that special conversion rules apply when switching your IRA to a tax-free Roth IRA, but should you do it?
Manage Your 401(K) in 1 Minute
Jul 27, 2009 - Millions of Americans are upside down in their 401(k) or other retirement plan. Are you ready for a one-minute lesson that's going to make you a better investor?
Is Your Brokerage Safe?
Oct 03, 2008 - With all the talk of banks going under, what about your stock brokerage? If it fails, is your money insured?
Investing for Retirement
Sep 18, 2008 - There have been many books written on retirement investing and there will be many more. But I really don’t understand why a distinction is so often made regarding investing for your golden years, because basically all the investing you’re ever doing is for retirement. In other words, the whole point of investing is to make [...]
Retirement Planning For 50-Somethings (and over)
Jul 28, 2008 - When your in your 50's, retirement planning is more important than ever, especially considering many retirees can expect to live well into their 90's (some, into their 100's). So, if you retire at age 65, you're potentially looking at 30 or more years of retirement to pay for. That means you'd better have enough savings to cover it.
Retirement Planning For 40-Somethings
Jul 25, 2008 - When you reach your 40s, retirement's no longer a vague concept... it's a reality looming in your future, and one you'd better be investing for properly. Are you?
Retirement Planning For 30-Somethings
Jul 23, 2008 - When you hit your 30’s, the focus for many is marriage, kids, and buying a home. All big life events that can cost big bucks. But no matter how much you're shelling out in your 30's... you can still find some money to save for retirement.
Retirement Planning For 20-Somethings
Jul 21, 2008 - Investing for retirement in your 20's isn't exactly child's play. But it's still one thing most 20-somethings don't think about at all, and maybe they should... By starting a retirement fund early, a 20 something wont have to contribute as much as if they started that fund in their 30s or 40s, translating into smaller payments and greater return.
Roth or Regular? 401K Plans
Jun 12, 2008 - If you put money in any retirement accounts, you probably have a choice between traditional and Roth. But what's the difference?
