‘I’m furloughed due to the government shutdown’: Do I pull money from my Roth 401(k) or $450K home?

There is $5,000 in the Roth that I can pull without tax consequences and $15,000 not currently invested in any stock while ...

My Friend Found $40,000 Sitting in an Old 401(k) -- You Might Have One Too

A friend just rediscovered a 401(k) from his first job, and realized he's missed out on years of growth. Here's how to avoid ...

Is Your Retirement Fund on Track? Discover the Average 401(k) Balance for People in Their 60s

Fact checked by Vikki Velasquez Key Takeaways The average 401(k) balance for people in their 60s was $568,040 in June 2025. The median amount saved was much lower, at $188,792.How much you need to ...

Could Your 401(k) Be Overestimating Your Future? What to Check Now

Many retirement calculators still assume outdated market returns. Here’s how that can throw your plan off—and what you can do ...

I'm a Financial Adviser: This Is What You're Really Losing if You Cut Back on Your 401(k) Contributions

Missing out on the benefits of the employer match and compounding growth could force you to work longer and lower your ...

Fintech startups and investment firms are battling over your 401(k)

Financial tech companies are connecting outside financial advisers to your retirement accounts, and at least one investment ...