401(k) Plans
The latest 401(k) advice, investing tips and options, as well as news and articles that focus on important 401(k) strategies.
IRAs Hold More Assets Than 401(k)s, and That's a Problem: Alicia Munnell
By Melanie Waddell"The growing role of IRAs has resulted in a much less effective retirement system," the retirement expert says.
January 28, 2026
Retirement Policy Change in 2026? Yes, It's PossibleThe DOL, not Congress, will likely be where most of the action is, Washington watchers say.
January 23, 2026
Trump Now Says He's 'Not a Huge Fan' of Using 401(k)s to Buy HomesReporters flying home from Davos with the president say he forcefully downplayed the idea.
January 21, 2026
Indexed Annuities Could Move Into Retirement Plans SoonDeloitte analysts predict the eligible contracts will have to offer guaranteed lifetime benefits.
January 20, 2026
Watch Out for These 6 Tax Traps in 2026Don't let recent tax changes catch your clients by surprise.
January 20, 2026
Retirement Industry Blasts Trump 401(k) Down Payment ProposalThere are concerns that the policy could confuse savers while worsening the affordability crisis.
January 16, 2026
BlackRock CEO Touts In-Plan Annuity ProductGrowth has been strong and should be good for private markets, Larry Fink told analysts.
January 16, 2026
Trump Wants to Let Americans Tap 401(k)s to Buy HomesNational Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett told Fox Business the full plan will be detailed next week.