Moving your old 401 (k) funds to a new 401 (k) or IRA is the best option for most people. It lets you avoid the tax penalties ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Your old employer may opt to move your funds, resulting in added fees or taxes owed . | Credit: ...

It happens to a lot of people: You leave a job with every intention of rolling over your 401(k), but then you get busy with the next thing in your life and that account doesn’t seem so important ...

It's time to compare your 401(k) balance to the average 65-year-old and see how you stack up. And if you're behind, find out ...

Imagine retiring with $90,000 less in your nest egg—not because of a bad investment, but because you forgot about old 401(k) accounts from past jobs. In today’s job market, where career transitions ...

Got a question about investing, how it fits into your overall financial plan and what strategies can help you make the most out of your money? You can write to me at [email protected].

If you've changed jobs a few times (like most people have) there's a chance you've left a little piece of your retirement savings behind. Maybe even a big piece. A recent study by Capitalize found ...

Retirement accounts are valuable resources that allow your money to compound with tax advantages. However, the IRS imposes required minimum distributions once you reach your 70s. The age you have to ...

When you land a new job you are excited about, the last thing on your mind is your old retirement plan. But while technically you can leave your 401(k) parked with your former employer once you start ...