401k
How to Rollover Your 401(k) to an IRA
// Got an old 401(k) and not sure what to do with it? In most cases, the best strategy is to rollover your 401(k) to an IRA or Roth IRA. This way you can have more control and a wider variety of... ➡
Reasons to Rollover Your 401(k)
// So you're leaving, or you've left, a job? What should you do with your 401(k)? In most cases, the best strategy is to rollover your 401(k) to an IRA or Roth IRA. This way you can have more... ➡
Ask an Advisor: Can I Lose My 401(k)?
Before you leave, it’s important to understand the (potentially negative) impact on your retirement savings. If you don’t, you could stand to lose significant dollars. Consider these questions: Are you vested? The money you contribute is always... ➡
4 Questions for Your 401k
Ok, you’ve got a 401(k) set up. Needless to say, your plan is only as good as what you do with it. Ideally, you’re contributing the maximum your budget will allow (or at least getting the employer match, if there is one). But you should also pick... ➡
What's Your Saving Style?
When you think about making a financial decision, you might imagine poring over a spreadsheet or crunching numbers on a calculator. But you might be better off with a mirror than an abacus. That’s because making smart choices about money requires... ➡
A Solo 401(k) Is Smarter
When I exited my magazine-editing job a few months ago to start a business as an editorial consultant, I knew the standard advice was to roll over my 401k into an IRA immediately. After talking with a few money-savvy friends, I opted to call... ➡
How to Figure Out 401k Fees
Noticed something new in your 401k statements? (Admit it: you're only opening them now, because it's tax season.) You're probably looking at a fee breakdown, the actual cost of your 401k, because plan sponsors are now required to spell out how... ➡
The Best Choice For Your 401K
So, you’ve taken advantage of open enrollment, and set up your 401k account. Or maybe you had one already. The bigger question is:What’s the best investment to start with?Looking at all the investment options can be overwhelming—so overwhelming... ➡
