The Roth 401(k) is a relatively new retirement investment option. It offers an interesting mix of two different types of accounts: the regular tax-deferred 401(k) and the Roth IRA. Is it the right ... Read More about Roth 401(k) – Advantages and Disadvantages of Investing in a Roth Account
How to Find Lost Pension Plans and 401k Accounts
Keeping up with all of the benefits and perks you have received at your jobs over the years can be a paperwork hassle. You are constantly sorting out your account statements from your junk mail, ... Read More about How to Find Lost Pension Plans and 401k Accounts
How Does Your 401k Plan Stack Up?
The new 401k fee disclosure requirements have brought a lot of attention to 401k plans, which is a good thing. Most people don't pay too much attention to their administration and plan fees since they ... Read More about How Does Your 401k Plan Stack Up?
New 401k Fee Disclosure Requirements
Some of the biggest potential news for individual investors in quite some time is coming and you probably haven't heard a word about it. The information is currently being passed around behind the ... Read More about New 401k Fee Disclosure Requirements
Spousal IRA Rules – Does Your Stay at Home Spouse Have an IRA?
Many stay at home parents accept the fact that they don't have a retirement account, and they rely on their partner to provide for them both in retirement. However, this isn't necessary. Not ... Read More about Spousal IRA Rules – Does Your Stay at Home Spouse Have an IRA?
Inheriting an IRA
One way you might end up with a retirement account is by inheriting an IRA. If a loved one passes and leaves you the assets in an IRA, you can use these assets to your advantage. However, it's ... Read More about Inheriting an IRA
Can the US Government Seize Your 401k or IRA?
Can the US Government seize your 401k or IRA? It seems far-fetched for a democratic government to unilaterally seize their citizen's privately held retirement investments, especially in a time of ... Read More about Can the US Government Seize Your 401k or IRA?
Do You Need a Roth IRA?
Do I need a Roth IRA? The short answer is yes. Here's the longer answer: If you are eligible to contribute to a Roth IRA, then you need to do so. The corporate pension system is dying, and ... Read More about Do You Need a Roth IRA?
10 IRA Rules Everyone Should Know
A common question I hear is about how to handle money in an IRA or Individual Retirement Arrangement. Judy wants to know: Is it possible to loan money from my traditional IRA to my sister so she ... Read More about 10 IRA Rules Everyone Should Know
Roth IRA Guide – FAQ’s, Rules, Contributions, Limits and More
Roth IRAs are one of the most popular retirement plan investment options. This page will give you the information you need to know about investing in a Roth IRA, including how Roth IRAs work, Roth IRA ... Read More about Roth IRA Guide – FAQ’s, Rules, Contributions, Limits and More
