How much will you need to retire, how much does the average person have saved and how does your nest egg stack up? The 2025 Northwestern Mutual Planning and Progress study found that Americans think ...

Ali Hussain has a background that consists of a career in finance with large financial institutions and in journalism covering business. Oliver Rossi / Getty Images The average 401(k) balance for ...

The amount you have saved in your 401(k) can depend as much on where you live as on how much you earn. Economic factors like wages, cost of living, and employment opportunities shape how well ...

It's important to save well for your senior years. Your mid-40s to mid-50s are a good time to assess your nest egg and make sure you're happy with it. If not, there are steps you can take to catch up.

Contributing to a 401(k) is one of the most effective ways to save for retirement, but it can be tough to know how much to save. Everyone's retirement goals will differ, and there's no single target ...