401(k)

While retirement readiness among Americans has improved in general, Gen Xers are struggling with housing, college and medical costs, a survey finds.

After developing a plan to cover their bills and emergency expenses, clients in a new marriage are advised to start working on their long-term goals.

Steady gains made in equity markets last year were "clearly a tailwind,” an expert says.

Nearly 48% of younger Americans feel they are not saving enough to secure their lifestyles after leaving the workforce, a report finds.

To reduce the risk of retiring early, seniors are advised to take on a part-time job or downsize to reduce expenses.

While there are strategies to help reduce risk, clients should recognize the order of investment returns is crucially important, an expert writes.

Investors who plan to retire early are advised to start saving as soon as possible and diversify their earnings with multiple sources of income.

A recent study found American workers would face better retirement prospects if the federal government adopts certain public policy changes.

“The advice I give is to calculate the financial impact for each option,” an expert says.

Research shows that both a match and automatic enrollment have significant positive effects, especially on groups that tend to have lower participation and contribution rates.