401k
News, insights and expert analysis on 401k from the team at Kiplinger.
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Target-Date Funds Aren’t For Everyone
Here’s when target-date funds don’t make the most sense for your retirement savings.
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How to Open a 401(k): Five Rules to Follow
Whether you're starting a new job or have never opened a 401(k) account, it's time! Here's how to open an account in five steps.
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The 401(k) Option Few Plans Offer, But Most People Want
In addition to traditional holdings, employees want retirement plans that offer options for converting savings into guaranteed monthly income that never runs out.
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New Bill Would Lower Age to Contribute to 401(k)s to 18 from 21. What You Need to Know
The bipartisan Helping Young Americans Save for Retirement Act would lower the minimum age for participants in workplace retirement plans from 21 to 18.
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The Rule of 240 Paychecks in Retirement
The Rule of 240 Paychecks can help you plan for a lifetime of withdrawals. Because, like any good boss, you need to pay yourself wisely.
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Qualify for Roth IRA Contributions by Lowering Your Income
401(k)s If your income is just above the cutoff (MAGI) to qualify for Roth IRA contributions, these strategies will help you meet it and lower your taxes.
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Roth 401(k) vs. 401(k): Which Is Right for You?
The Roth 401(k) vs. traditional 401(k) decision can mean the difference between higher taxes now or in retirement. It's your choice.
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Tapping Your 401(k) at 55 Isn't the Great Plan You Think it Is. Here's Why
It's tempting to dip into your 401(k) at 55. But beware — you may rue that decision later. Here's what to do instead.
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SEP IRA vs. Solo 401(k): Which Is Better for You?
Two retirement plans, the solo 401(k) and SEP IRAs, allow small business owners and the self-employed to save up to $69,000 annually.
