Perhaps you heard it from your parents, some guy you know who "really has it together" or maybe you've read it on a blog like this one. Regardless of where you got the advice: You know that it's never too early to start saving for retirement. That … [Read more...]
Roth IRA Conversion
January 18, 2010 by
If you want to get the most bang for your retirement-buck, it's time to read up on an popular but confusing tax-saving tactic, the Roth IRA conversion. A Roth IRA conversion allows you to pay income taxes on money you have invested tax-free in a … [Read more...]
What To Do If Your Employer Doesn’t Offer a 401(k) Plan
December 23, 2009 by
About 75 percent of Americans have done at least a little saving for retirement. Yet only 55 percent of full-time employees in America contribute to an employer-sponsored 401(k) or 403(b) retirement plan, according to reports by the Employee Research … [Read more...]
Open Your First IRA
November 11, 2009 by
There are a lot of reasons to open an individual retirement account (IRA). If your employer doesn’t offer a retirement plan, offers lousy investment choices, you’ve maxed out your 401(k), or simply want greater control over your retirement … [Read more...]
23 Things Beginners Absolutely Must Know About Saving for Retirement
October 27, 2009 by
Whether you're just starting your first "real job" or have been in the workplace for a few years but haven't gotten around to saving for retirement yet, listen up: it's never too early to start building a nest egg. Statistically, young workers are … [Read more...]
401(k) Q & A
May 15, 2006 by
Q: I just started my first full-time job but am not eligible for the company sponsored 401(k) until December. What should I do if I want to start saving for retirement now? A: It’s a great idea to get a head start on your retirement saving even … [Read more...]
