In 2026, savers under 50 will be able to contribute up to $24,500 to a 401 (k), while the catch-up contribution for savers 50 and over is increasing to $8,000. So older workers will be able to ...

Tapping a 401(k) before age 59 1/2 typically results in an early withdrawal penalty. The rule of 55 could give you earlier access to 401(k) funds, but it won't work for everyone. It's best to have ...

Discover how 401(k) balances in your 40s and 50s stack up and learn smart strategies to grow savings, such as catch-up contributions and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs).

It's official. President Donald Trump signed an executive order that could transform your 401(k) investment options. For the first time, complex choices such as private equity, real estate, expanded ...

The letter Kelly Havins received in September seemed fishy. Havins, 63, lives in Phoenix and works as a food retail consultant. The letter appeared to be from Fidelity Investments, where he has had ...

Federal departments are now working out regulatory details for paving the way for alternative investments in 401(k) plans. In Michigan, the largest public pension plan held $44 million in bitcoin and ...