Here's a revealing data point: older Americans are scared more of outliving wealth than of death itself. And retirees have good reason to be worried about making their assets last. People are living ...

If you're contributing to your workplace 401(k) plan, you're already laying important groundwork for your retirement savings — but the key is to make sure you're maximizing all that work. It can be ...

Some 40% of Americans are behind on retirement planning and savings, according to a CNBC poll conducted by SurveyMonkey, which polled 6,657 U.S. adults in August. But before making 401(k) plan changes ...

More than 40% of retired seniors rely on Social Security for at least half their income. Are we headed for disaster?

When workers turn 50, something shifts. You're no longer in the early stages of your career, so you might be wondering how to maximize your 401(k) retirement plan during the time you have left working ...

There are plenty of good ideas to boost your 401(k) account over time. Probably the best idea, though, is to maximize your 401(k) employer match. Roughly one in four American workers doesn't fully ...

Claim your full 401(k) match whenever you can. Using a Roth 401(k) could save you a lot of money in taxes. Choose low-fee investments to hold on to more of your earnings. You probably understand the ...

Many Americans who are nearing retirement may be surprised by the average 401(k) balance at age 65 and what it may reveal ...

If you are working to increase you longevity, you should also make sure you don't outlive your money. The mega backdoor Roth can help. Many people I know love tax-free income. If you similarly want to ...