401(k)

Target-Date Funds Go Under the Microscope

By Rob Silverblatt - Fund Observer - October 30, 2009

At hearing, senators evaluate calls for reform. more >>

Target-Date Funds Post Strong 3rd Quarter

By Philip Moeller - The Best Life - October 14, 2009

Funds, designed for retirement accounts, posted second quarterly gain after six straight losses. more >>

Social Security's Wheel of Fortune

By Luke Mullins - Money - October 8, 2009

The nation's retirement safety net is wearing thin. Is your check safe? more >>

Why Retirement Spending Is More Art Than Science

By Philip Moeller - The Best Life - September 11, 2009

Most people save retirement assets for rainy-day shocks and big health needs. more >>

5 Tips to Maximize Your 401(k) Match

By Emily Brandon - Planning to Retire - August 28, 2009

Find out how your employer’s contributions compare to those offered at other companies more >>

Is It Time to 'Super-Size' Social Security?

By Philip Moeller - The Best Life - August 19, 2009

Benefits of predictable retirement income seem sweeter after market crash, poor investment decisions. more >>

Target-Date Fund Expense Fees Vary Wildly

By Philip Moeller - The Best Life - August 10, 2009

Morningstar analysis finds seven-fold variance of expense charges among mutual fund companies. more >>

Employers Can Override Your 401(k) Investment Choices

By Emily Brandon - Money - July 15, 2009

Your nest egg could be shifted into funds you didn't choose. more >>

5 Ways to Replace Your 401(k)

By Kimberly Palmer - Money - June 23, 2009

Experts have come up with creative ways to fund retirement. more >>

David Walker Explains Social Security's Future

By Kimberly Palmer - Money - June 16, 2009

The former comptroller general says simple changes could save the system. more >>

Retirement Advice for Freelancers

By Kirk Shinkle - Money - June 4, 2009

Savings plans for the self-employed. more >>

Four Signs You're in Retirement Denial

By Philip Moeller - The Best Life - June 2, 2009

Many people are failing to accept that the recession and lost wealth are retirement game-changers. more >>

5 Retirement Risks and How to Handle Them

By Emily Brandon - Money - May 11, 2009

Dwindling 401(k) balances are only the beginning. more >>

How Much You Lose When Your Employer Cuts Your 401(k) Match

By Katy Marquardt - Money - April 14, 2009

For a young worker, a match cut could make a $16,000 difference. more >>

How Much Do 401(k) Match Cuts Hurt Your Retirement Prospects?

By Emily Brandon - Planning to Retire - April 13, 2009

Young workers will have about $16,000 less for retirement after one year of no match more >>

Economist: It Could Take a Decade for 401(k)'s to Recover

By Paul Bedard - Washington Whispers - April 9, 2009

Mark Zandi says to expect a return on investment of just 5 percent instead of the old 8 percent. more >>

The 30 Companies With the Best 401(k) Matches

By Emily Brandon - Planning to Retire - March 30, 2009

See how your 401(k) compares. more >>

Why You're Making Dumb 401(k) Choices

By Kimberly Palmer - Money - March 24, 2009

5 common mistakes that drain money from retirement accounts. more >>

After a 401(k) Match is Cut, Do Workers Stop Saving For Retirement?

By Emily Brandon - Planning to Retire - March 4, 2009

A new analysis says almost half of 401(k) participants stop saving or save less more >>

Is a New Retirement Account in Our Future?

By Philip Moeller - The Best Life - March 4, 2009

Social Security is tapped out and private plans are out of favor. What's behind doorway number three? more >>

6 Answers to Key 401(k) Questions

By Kirk Shinkle - Money - February 23, 2009

What to do about loans, frozen matches, and bankruptcy. more >>

401(k) Fixes for Every Age

By Emily Brandon - Money - February 23, 2009

Retirement-saving strategies for each decade of your life, from your 20s to your 70s. more >>

Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Suspends 401(k) Match

By Emily Brandon - Planning to Retire - February 23, 2009

Over 90 companies have eliminated on changed their 401(k) match since October more >>

How Did Your 401(k) Really Stack Up in 2008?

By Emily Brandon and Katy Marquardt - Money - February 12, 2009

It all depends on your age, job tenure, and risk level. more >>

401(k) Fee Disclosure Bill Introduced to Senate

By Emily Brandon - Planning to Retire - February 12, 2009

But even with fee information, investors don’t always make smart decisions more >>