You may have heard that there’s no such thing as a free lunch, but to the millions of Americans whose employers offer them a 401(k) match, this perk comes close. Unless you are one of the shrinking ...

Retirement planning is a big deal, and choosing the right savings account makes a huge difference in how much you’ll get to keep down the road. You’ve probably heard of a 401(k) — a popular ...

A 401(k) plan is one of the most effective ways to save for retirement. It allows workers to put aside part of their paycheck before taxes are taken out. Many employers also offer matching ...

Every week, Allworth Financial’s Amy Wagner and Steve Hruby, CFP®, answer your questions. If you, a friend, or someone in your family has a money issue or problem, feel free to send those questions to ...

The average 401(k) balance differs among people in different age ranges. Most people do not have enough money saved in their 401(k). You can beat the average and have a secure retirement if you invest ...

The same research team that documented the impact of auto-enrollment and auto-escalation in 401(k) plans has returned to the topic to assess how real-life events affect the longer-run effect of these ...

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