For many savers, the individual retirement account is the most flexible way to build a nest egg alongside, or even instead of, a workplace plan. Understanding what an IRA is, how it works, and which ...

Many U.S. workers are not saving enough for retirement, even though higher savings can lead to a safer future. Only a small group manages to reach yearly 401(k) limits. Experts say saving early, using ...

A 7702 plan, also called a Section 7702 plan, is a privately issued, standalone life insurance policy. Learn how it differs from typical retirement plans.

A practical look at the “80 percent rule,” why it is useful, and how you can adapt it to your own retirement planning ...

Jonathan Ponciano is a financial journalist with nearly a decade of experience covering markets, technology, and entrepreneurship. Vikki Velasquez is a researcher and writer who has managed, ...

The path for retirement plans to add private investments may be about to become easier. President Donald Trump is expected to sign an executive order aimed at opening 401(k) and other retirement plans ...