The Average American's 401(k) Balance May Surprise You. Here's How to Beat It.

That said, based on 2024 data, Vanguard reports the average 401 (k) balance among savers of all ages today at $148,153. The ...

The unfortunate truth about maxing out your 401(k)

You may be saving more in an easy-to-contribute retirement savings vehicle, but you're giving up a great deal of flexibility.

Eight 401(k) Mistakes That Could Tank Your Retirement

Experts agree that a 401 (k) is one of the best ways to save for retirement. With a 401 (k), you get both tax advantages and ...

This Is the Average 401(k) Balance for Ages 45 to 54

Vanguard recently shared an update on 401 (k) plans, and it found that the average American aged 45 to 54 has a 401 (k) ...

You can contribute even more to your 401(k) and IRA in 2026

The new limits also apply to other retirement savings plans, such as the federal Thrift Savings Plan and governmental 457 ...

I’m a Financial Expert: This Is the No. 1 Thing Every American Should Do With Their 401(k)

This article originally appeared on GOBankingRates.com: I’m a Financial Expert: This Is the No. 1 Thing Every American Should ...

Why Only 14% of Workers Achieve This 401(k) Goal and Why You Should Aim for It

The majority of workers don’t contribute the annual maximum amount to their retirement savings plans, a Vanguard study shows. Learn how contributing the maximum can provide significant benefits for ...
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Here's why an alarming number of workers cash out 401(k) plans

A 401(k) retirement account is supposed to be hands-off. It’s not your money, in theory, but savings for the future you. And yet, when Americans leave jobs, one-third of them cash out their 401 ...