It has some important drawbacks to consider though, which favors saving in an IRA instead.

In a letter to Treasury and the IRS, the AICPA requested guidance on language in proposed regulations issued in January.

A 401 (k) is an employer-sponsored retirement plan that allows employees to save a portion of their salary, usually on a ...

(k) retirement plans come in two types: traditional and Roth. A traditional 401(k) allows you to contribute pre-tax dollars, offering an immediate tax break. A Roth 401(k) plan allows you to ...

If pulling too much from a portfolio during down markets is a bad idea, filing for Social Security might look compelling.

Roth 401(k)s offer a number of benefits, including tax-free gains and withdrawals. But before you get your mind set on one, consider these downsides.

Nevertheless, choosing between a 401 (k) with a generous 25% employer match and a Roth IRA is a good problem to have.

Half of all private-sector workers now participate in 401 (k)-type plans, up from about two-fifths of employees in 2010, ...

Many participants in employer-sponsored retirement plans, when provided the option, question whether they should make contributions to a traditional pre-tax 401(k) or to a Roth 401(k), Kevin ...

Roth 401(k)s and Roth IRAs are both retirement vehicles that allow you to invest after-tax dollars, which can be withdrawn tax-free in retirement. A Roth 401(k) is offered through your employer ...

You may love your Roth 401(k), but your employer might not be matching your enthusiasm.