The introduction of private investments in 401(k) plans is a much-debated initiative of the Trump Administration. But voters seem to like the idea.

Trouble is, most 401 (k) investors seem perfectly fine with the options they have. Only a handful of plans have said they plan to add private assets to their menus. Many advisors say the companies ...

One of the biggest benefits of participating in an employer's 401(k) plan is getting access to a company match. Sure, there's ...

President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Thursday that opens the door to allowing alternative assets like cryptocurrencies, private equity, and real estate into 401(k) retirement accounts.

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Dave Ramsey doesn't hold back with his thoughts on 401(k) retirement accounts. These are the mistakes he says people make and what they should do differently.

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In 2024, the average 401(k) plan savings rate, including employee deferrals and company contributions, maintained a record 12%, according to new data from Vanguard. The company recommends a combined ...

Any money that you put into your 401(k) is yours. But when it comes to employer match contributions, things work a little differently. To own any portion of your employer's contributions, you'll need ...

A good 401(k) program helps employees save more, pay less in fees, and make smart investment choices. As trusted advisors, RIAs need to know which employers offer the strongest options for clients. In ...

Contributing to a 401(k) is one of the best ways to save for retirement, and this type of account has several distinct advantages. For one, it has a much higher contribution limit than many other ...