Savvy investors know that a single mistake can wipe out months—even years—of solid returns. And beginning investors often make their share of the same four common blunders. In fact, tactics for identifying and avoiding these investing missteps … [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...]
How Much Should Be in Your 401(k) at 30?
September 21, 2006 by
What should your contribute to your 401(k)? How much should you have invested for retirement at 30, 40, 50, etc? These are good questions. Here, I try to answer them, but I should warn you: Personal finance is PERSONAL! The more you can … [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...]
