“Yes, debt can be costly, but failing to save for retirement ultimately will cost far more.” Today’s article outlines seven reasons – including missing out on employer 401(k) matches and compounded growth that can never be recouped – why delaying retirement savings in favor of paying off certain types of debt (i.e. “low-rate, potentially tax-deductible debt”) may be an unsound…
“When it comes to retirement plans, 401(k)s are like vehicles. Some of them are set up to get you to retirement with all the money you need while others will leave you stranded.” Recognizing that “the flaws in retirement plans are difficult for most people to see” and that these flaws “can have catastrophic effects” in terms of coming up…
“Americans running their own businesses wear many hats… [including] that of retirement benefits coordinator,” states today’s article. “If you’re an independent contractor or an entrepreneur, you have to fend for yourself when it comes to benefits, including retirement planning….” As such, the author outlines two retirement-planning vehicles for the self-employed – solo 401(k)s and SEP IRAs – and the benefits…
“As Tax Day approaches…you may be looking at a whopper of a tax bill and wondering where you’ll find the money to pay it. And then you might think: Hmmm, I have some money sitting in my 401(k). Maybe I should take out a 401(k) loan to write a check to the IRS….” Today’s article examines the benefits, cost and…
“One of the most dangerous positions to be in financially is when you’re rolling over a 401(k) plan into an individual retirement account (IRA). Any number of financial services providers would love to get their hands on your money, but may trap you into lousy deals.” Today’s article stresses that some 401(k) education is essential if one wishes to avoid…