401(k)s

The new law changes the start date for RMDs, lets you contribute to an IRA longer, expands the use of 401(k) plans and much more.

Do you understand the difference between a 60-day rollover and a trustee-to-trustee transfer? If you don't, you could be slapped with a hefty tax bill…

Some self-employed savers can put away as much as $63,500 for retirement in a solo 401(k) in 2020, depending on age and compensation.

State and local government workers can contribute $500 more to their 457 plans in 2020 than they could in 2019. Some workers can make additional catch…

Teachers and nonprofit workers can contribute $500 more to their 403(b) retirement savings plan in 2020 than they could in 2019. Plus, the catch-up co…

The 401(k) contribution limit increased by $500 for 2020. Plus, workers 50 and older can also save an extra amount for retirement.

Most states tax at least a portion of income from private-sector defined benefit plans. Your state might have a pension exclusion, but chances are it'…

It's more common than you might think: Tapping retirement accounts to make ends meet during divorce. And it's also potentially much more costly than y…

When managed correctly, required minimum distributions can play an important role in your financial future and those of the ones you love.

Congratulations, you just got a nice bump in your paycheck. Don't blow it. Instead, enjoy some, and then make the rest really work for you.

When you're planning for retirement, it's fun to contemplate all the cruises, rounds of golf and restaurant meals you have ahead of you.

Kiplinger.com general manager Robert Long joins the podcast to debate the merits of credit and debit cards. Plus, hosts Sandy Block and Ryan Ermey bre…

How good are the mutual funds in your 401(k) plan?

Just about every financial expert I know advises savers to contribute to their company’s 401(k) plan — at least enough to receive the employer’s match…

Gov. Hogan hopes $1 billion in additional tax relief will make it more affordable for retirees to stay in Maryland.

Taxes can be overwhelming in retirement, eating up income that you need to live on. Learn how to minimize taxes through tax diversification.

The 401(k) contribution limit increased by $500 to $19,000 for 2019. Workers 50 and older can save an extra $6,000 for retirement.

The Roth 401(k) contribution limit increased by $500 for 2020. Workers 50 and older can save an extra amount for retirement.

The Roth 401(k) contribution limit increased by $500 to $19,000 for 2019. Workers 50 and older can save an extra $6,000 for retirement.

Some self-employed savers can put away as much as $62,000 for retirement in a solo 401(k) in 2019, depending on age and compensation.

Teachers and nonprofit workers can contribute $19,000 to a 403(b) for 2019, but catch-up contributions and employer contributions can further boost re…

State and local government workers can contribute $19,000 to 457 plans for 2019. Some workers can make additional catch-up contributions.

That cash bucket will come in handy if your riskier accounts, such as stocks or bonds, are in a bear market.

Even the most diligent pre-retiree planner can get tripped up by unpleasant financial surprises. Follow these tips.

Now is the time to assess your financial situation, look ahead and mark your calendar.

Tax-deferred accounts could lead to an unwelcome retirement surprise, so start planning now to tame the beast.