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What are you saving for?

Retirement lasts one-quarter of your life. That means saving for it can feel like a big task. Whether you’re just getting started or you’re well on your way, we’re here to help make it easier to navigate the world of investing, retirement, and 401(k)s.

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Should I contribute to my 401(k) even if there's no match?
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Should I contribute to my 401(k) even if there's no match?

Since nearly 80% of U.S. full-time workers have access to an employer-sponsored retirement savings plan, chances are that  you’ll eventually be eligible to enroll in a 401(k) from your employer. The more employees your company has on payroll, the higher your chances of access to a 401(k).

401(k) basics

Do I need to do anything special on my taxes for my 401(k)?
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Do I need to do anything special on my taxes for my 401(k)?

Since one of the immediate tax advantages of owning a 401(k) is the 401(k) deductions, you may be wondering what 401(k) tax form you’ll need to attach to your return and how to report any 401(k)-related numbers on your 1040. Here we'll review different scenarios for 401(k) plan holders and the necessary action items for each one of them.

Financial wellness

Retirement planning

Plan participants: Are your 401(k) fees too high?
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Plan participants: Are your 401(k) fees too high?

While average fees for 401(k) plans don’t sound like much, they can eat away at your retirement savings and force you to work longer. Understand where typical 401(k) fees come from and how much plan participants can expect to pay.

Saving & investing

401(k) tax exemptions explained
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401(k) tax exemptions explained

A 401(k) is a popular retirement account that allows eligible employees to save money and decrease their federal tax obligations. It is an employer-sponsored tax-advantaged plan. Individuals can contribute "pre-tax" dollars, or income that will be exempt from income tax, so it can grow in the account untaxed until the individual reaches retirement age. Congress initially created this plan structure to help people save for retirement. 

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