How to find old 401(k) accounts If you’re among the many people who have left 401(k) accounts behind with former employers, know that money isn’t lost. There are steps you can take to track down your old 401(k) account.
How the federal shutdown could affect household finances The 2025 federal shutdown has delayed pay, loans, and services for millions, while core benefits like Social Security and Medicare continue.
Turn open enrollment into a savings check-up Reframing this annual benefits selection window can offer a chance to maximize savings and strengthen financial well-being.
Investing in Yourself: How to navigate savings in the 2025 job market With a fluctuating labor market, managing how to save money can be important right now and in the future.
What is a pension and how does it work? A pension plan is an employer sponsored retirement plan that gives workers a leg up on retirement planning.
What is stagflation? Definition, history and how to prepare Stagflation is an especially difficult economic environment created by the combination of several factors: slow economic growth, high inflation, and a high unemployment rate.
What are Roth IRA taxes & how do they work? Roth IRAs have unique tax benefits for investors, including tax-free growth and withdrawals. Learn how Roth IRAs work and how they compare with other tax-advantaged retirement accounts.
The big changes to 529s in the 2025 spending bill July’s spending bill doubles the withdrawal limit for K-12 expenses to $20,000 and expands how families can use their education savings, including for nontraditional learning and IRA rollovers.
What are catch-up contributions? Americans age 50 or older can save more for retirement than the typical annual limit. These catch-up contributions allow savers to make up ground on reaching their retirement goals.
Tracking America’s food spending: People spend $1,546 a month on groceries and restaurants Generational differences and new habits show how households are adapting to higher food costs and budgeting for meals.
What to know about HSAs, FSAs, and HRAs in 2025 HSAs, FSAs, and HRAs each offer potential tax perks and flexibility for managing healthcare spending today and in retirement.
Not quite ready to retire early? Try “Coasting” instead The Coast FIRE strategy has some who’ve reached their target retirement savings skipping the early part and sailing through a chunk of their careers.