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.
DOL's Plan for Alts in 401(k)s Lands at OMB
By Melanie WaddellThe proposal is a response to a Trump executive order on the subject.
January 05, 2026
Before Tapping Retirement Accounts to Buy a Home, Consider ThisUsing a 401(k) or IRA for this purpose shouldn't be done lightly, Jeff Levine and Ed Slott say.
January 02, 2026
7 Steps for Retirement Savers Who Started LateThe old adage says it's never too late to start saving for retirement. What's the real story?
December 18, 2025
Neal Auto-IRA Bill Could Help Annuity IssuersLarge employers with 401(k)-type plans would have to provide lifetime income options.
December 18, 2025
7 Moves With a Big Effect on Retirement SavingsSmall changes can have surprisingly big effects on retirement account balances — for better or worse.
December 16, 2025
New Bill Doubles Emergency Savings Account Contribution LimitThe bill would increase the cap on pension-linked accounts created by Secure 2.0 to $5,000.
December 10, 2025
5 Reasons $38T of Clients’ Life, Pension and Annuity Cash Could Just RotA consumer advocate warned regulators about an insidious threat to consumers' well-being.
December 10, 2025
5 Reasons $38T of Clients’ Life, Pension and Annuity Cash Could Just RotA consumer advocate warned regulators about an insidious threat to consumers' well-being.