For many Americans, working to or through “traditional” retirement age may be the right choice based on their goals, personality, passions, and priorities. But for others, early retirement may be the preferred path. Whatever your timeline, retirement requires thoughtful planning. … Read More
A 401(k) isn’t just a tool for your own savings. It can also help you access additional retirement support from your employer. Many plans include employer contributions, including employer matching or discretionary employer contributions. To make the most of this … Read More
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is urging a federal appeals court to uphold the dismissal of a lawsuit claiming that an employer misused retirement plan forfeitures. On January 30, 2026, the DOL filed an amicus brief with the U.S. … Read More
Rep. Glenn Grothman (R-Wisc.) and Rep. Donald Norcross (D-N.J.) have introduced legislation aimed at easing Form 5500 filing burdens. The bill, H.R. 7362, known as the Form 5500 Filing Simplification Act, was introduced on February 4, 2026. Among other changes, … Read More
A new survey by Voya Investment Management finds that participants who invest in target date funds (TDFs) feel significantly more confident about their retirement savings than their peers who are not invested in TDFs. When asked whether investing in a … Read More
There’s a simple mental shift that could help you enhance your savings strategy, and it has nothing to do with willpower or trying to be more disciplined. Research suggests that the way you think about your savings goal can influence … Read More
The start of a new year is a natural time to set fresh financial resolutions, but unfortunately most don’t last past February. One reason may be that our money goals often don’t align with the way we naturally think or … Read More
Most people don’t look forward to annual IRS announcements the same way they do the next season of their favorite Netflix show, but this one’s worth a look. Higher retirement plan contribution limits have been announced for 2026, and even … Read More
When you think of the benefits of your retirement plan, tax-deferred savings and matching contributions are probably top of mind. But there’s more to your workplace retirement plan than meets the eye. Beyond the basics, retirement plans can come with … Read More
As the year winds down, it’s easy for spending to ramp up. From travel and celebrations to those endless online deals that pop up in your feed. But even small splurges can add up fast. According to a recent survey … Read More
