With summer comes a new class of graduates entering the workforce. They’ve passed. They’ve graduated. And they’ve landed a job. And now it’s time for these graduates to take on some serious adulting.

Starting in 2026, the 401(k) contribution limit is $24,500, up from $23,000 in 2025. Investors age 50 and older also get a higher catch-up contribution cap of $8,000 for 2026. However, most ...

Saving for retirement in a 401(k) comes with several valuable advantages. Contributions are made with pre-tax dollars, which ...

No one really talks about how 401(k) plans are paid for. Investment management fees are visible and well documented, but that’s only part of the picture. Beyond the funds you invest in, plans also pay ...

Nearly six million employees at small businesses have gained access to 401(k) plans since 2019. The numbers have surged due to federal legislation reducing the financial barrier to launching a 401(k).

Ali Hussain has a background that consists of a career in finance with large financial institutions and in journalism covering business. Getty Images The average 401(k) balance for people in their 40s ...