Retirement

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• The CARES Act allows you to tap retirement savings — but should you?

  New rules cut savers a break – but experts warn against taking advantage of it.

  3 min read May 28, 2020

  

• Survey: More than 1 in 4 Americans to tap retirement accounts during coronavirus pandemic

  The coronavirus is hitting not only Americans’ health but also their ability to save for retirement.

  4 min read May 27, 2020

  

• Avoid these 3 common Social Security scams and how to stay protected

  Here’s what seniors can do to protect themselves from these fraudsters.

  4 min read May 22, 2020

  

• Basic elements of IRAs and workplace plans

  Here are the key details you need to know about the most common IRAs and workplace retirement plans.

  11 min read May 15, 2020

  

• What is a solo 401(k)? A great retirement option for the self-employed

  Individual 401(k) plans can help sole proprietors, freelancers and others save tons of money.

  5 min read Apr 30, 2020

  

• 401(k) vs. Roth 401(k): Which one is better for you?

  The choice between a 401(k) and a Roth 401(k) depends a lot on your individual situation.

  7 min read Apr 28, 2020

  

• A complete guide to 401(k) retirement plans

  The most important tip: Don’t miss out on free money for your retirement.

  7 min read Apr 24, 2020

  

• Revocable trust vs. will: A guide to estate planning in the age of coronavirus

  In the time of coronavirus, knowing where your assets are going can bring peace of mind.

  8 min read Apr 17, 2020

  

• 6 ways to protect your 401(k) from the coronavirus recession

  Investors can position themselves to make the best of the downturn with a few basic moves.

  5 min read Apr 09, 2020

  

• 6 retirement investing alternatives to your company’s 401(k)

  Here’s where to turn if your employer’s retirement plan isn’t cutting it for you.

  5 min read Apr 08, 2020