Investing for Retirement

Vanguard Study: Target-Date Investors Avoid Extremes

By Katy Marquardt - New Money - January 6, 2009

Their exposure to stocks also dips lower over time, versus non-target-date investors. more >>

Withdrawals From Retirement Accounts: What Seniors Need to Know

By Emily Brandon - Money & Business - December 26, 2008

Retirees will get tax relief in 2009, but not this year. more >>

Target Date Funds: Retirement Timing Is Everything

By Emily Brandon - Planning to Retire - November 24, 2008

Even if you do everything right, a secure retirement is not guaranteed. more >>

IRA Debit Cards Offer Convenience With Hefty Fees

By Emily Brandon - Planning to Retire - November 18, 2008

Here’s how to decide if the new IRA debit card is right for you. more >>

How the Wealthy Are Allocating Their Portfolios Now

By Emily Brandon - Planning to Retire - November 17, 2008

The affluent are feeling gloomy, but they’re not exiting the stock market. more >>

Many Target-Date Funds Miss Their Mark

By Philip Moeller - The Best Life - November 14, 2008

Designed to protect people near or in retirement, many posted steep losses this year. more >>

Cashing Out Your Retirement Account

By Emily Brandon - Planning to Retire - November 12, 2008

Survey: Most retirees take the lump sum but don't spend it right away. more >>

Does Anyone Still Want Private Social Security Accounts?

By Emily Brandon - Planning to Retire - November 5, 2008

Two economists recently reached opposite conclusions. more >>

Maximize Your 401(k) Match While You Still Can

By Emily Brandon - Planning to Retire - November 4, 2008

If the match is withdrawn, will you stop saving for retirement? more >>

Will Your Employer Eliminate Its 401(k) Match?

By Emily Brandon - Money & Business - November 3, 2008

GM eliminated its match, and other companies are likely to follow. more >>

Should Feds Rescue Retirement System, Too?

By Philip Moeller - The Best Life - October 31, 2008

Shrinking private savings plans and shaky pensions equal tougher future for millions. more >>

Democrats and 401(k) Plans: Tax, Baby, Tax?

By James Pethokoukis - Capital Commerce - October 31, 2008

More on the plan to tax retirement funds. more >>

Survey: Economy Causes Workers to Stop Saving for Retirement

By Emily Brandon - Planning to Retire - October 30, 2008

Financial strain, unemployment, and healthcare costs prohibit saving. more >>

Timing 401(k) Investments

By Kimberly Palmer - Alpha Consumer - October 30, 2008

During volatility, buying funds in the morning vs. evening can make a difference. more >>

Where the Worst Stock Market Declines Occurred

By Emily Brandon - Planning to Retire - October 29, 2008

Here's how the 1-year $9.8 trillion decline hit 401(k)'s, pensions, and total assets. more >>

401(k) Foe Teresa Ghilarducci, the Most Dangerous Woman in America

By James Pethokoukis - Capital Commerce - October 29, 2008

An interview with the professor who wants to do away with private retirement accounts and spread the wealth. more >>

Nationalization Nation: 401(k) Watch

By James Pethokoukis - Capital Commerce - October 28, 2008

An interview with the author of a controversial retirement plan. more >>

More of Us Are Living to 100: How That Affects Our Finances

By Katy Marquardt - New Money - October 28, 2008

By 2050, the number of centenarians will be 14 times what it is today. more >>

6 Steps for Drawing Down Retirement Funds

By Kerry Hannon - Money & Business - October 28, 2008

This withdrawal strategy should be plotted with great care. more >>

Financial Services Companies Increase Customer Service

By Emily Brandon - Money & Business - October 27, 2008

As returns dry up, investors want financial and psychological support. more >>

Solo 401(k) Limits Increased

By Matthew Bandyk - Risky Business - October 24, 2008

It's easier for self-employed and sole proprietors to save. more >>

U.S. Pension Insurance Agency Lost $3 Billion in Stock Investments

By Emily Brandon - Planning to Retire - October 22, 2008

Does the organization that insures private-sector worker pensions need a bailout? more >>

Survey: Race Plays a Role in Retirement Savings Behavior

By Emily Brandon - Planning to Retire - October 20, 2008

African-Americans save less each month and have smaller nest eggs. more >>

4 Financial Crisis-Related Scams

By Emily Brandon - Money & Business - October 20, 2008

Con artists are using market fears to collect personal information and defraud investors. more >>

How Obama and McCain Want to Change Your Retirement Accounts

By Emily Brandon - Planning to Retire - October 16, 2008

Most retirees will pay less tax under Obama’s rescue plan. more >>