Saving for Retirement
Learn how much you may need to retire, how tax-advantaged retirement accounts work, how to factor Social Security into your retirement plan, and more.
Retirement
Retirement Without a 401(k)
No 401(k)? Don't let that keep you from saving and investing for retirement. There are ways to create your own retirement plan.
Roth IRA Withdrawals
When retirement is years away, most investors tend to focus more on saving and less on what will happen when it's time to take their money out.
What is an IRA?
Looking for a tax-smart way to save for your future? Find out what an individual retirement account (IRA) is, what the basic benefits are, and how the three main types differ.
IRA Contribution Rules
What's the maximum IRA contribution? Are IRA contributions tax deductible? What if you contribute too much? Get answers to these questions and others before you open an account.
401(k)
Saving plans: IRA vs. 401(k)
We break down which retirement accounts—IRAs or 401(k)s— may be right for you.
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IRA
What is an IRA?
Looking for a tax-smart way to save for your future? Find out what an individual retirement account (IRA) is, what the basic benefits are, and how the three main types differ.
IRA Contribution Rules
What's the maximum IRA contribution? Are IRA contributions tax deductible? What if you contribute too much? Get answers to these questions and others before you open an account.
Roth IRA Contributions
Once you understand what a Roth IRA is, it's time dig into how contributions work. Learn how specific rules and limitations could affect you and your money.
What is a Roth IRA?
Roth IRAs are individual retirement accounts that you contribute to with after-tax dollars (income you've already paid taxes on). The benefit? Your savings can grow tax-free.
Social Security
Wait to Take Social Security?
You may be eligible to collect Social Security as early as 62, but waiting until age 70 yields greater benefits for most people. Here's how to decide.
