Some retirement accounts have federal bankruptcy protections, but the rules vary by account type and situation.

The IRA contribution limit for 2026 has been raised by $500, to $7,500 for those under age 50. The IRA catch-up limit is a ...

This new rule will give families more flexibility by allowing some people to tap into their retirement savings early without the usual penalty, to help cover the cost of long-term medical care even ...

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There are some small 401(k) mistakes that can cost people $30,000 or more in investment returns. This article lists several ...

Professionally managed accounts within 401(k)s are having a moment. As of the end of 2024, nearly all participants in Vanguard plans had access to target-date funds, and almost 80% had access to ...

Retirement accounts clawed back much of what was lost while highlighting how deeply policy shifts can hit workers’ savings.

This retirement account may seem appealing because of the freedom it affords, but it will cause you to bleed precious money ...

As Americans near retirement, Federal Reserve data show how many have retirement accounts and what typical savings balances ...

But keep in mind that you can't keep all that money in there forever. The IRS requires you to begin withdrawing money from ...

When you make contributions to your 401 (k), the funds that you put into your account are vested immediately and are yours to ...