Retirement policies are evolving in 2026. New contribution limits and policy debates could influence how Americans manage long-term savings.

Retirees should understand how required minimum distributions (RMD) are calculated.

About 50 million workers lack access to employer-sponsored retirement plans, a hurdle to setting aside money for old age.

President Donald Trump touted rising 401(k) balances in his State of the Union speech. Here's where those retirement accounts stand.

President Donald Trump unveiled a new retirement savings plan for workers during his State of the Union address. During the Tuesday night address, Trump said that, despite the typical 401(k) ...

Want to avoid a huge tax burden in retirement? This expert reveals what pre-retirees can do to minimize taxes in their golden ...

The Working Families Tax Cuts allows parents, guardians and other authorized individuals to establish a new type of ...

Raiding retirement savings for a down payment on a home can be tempting, especially if you’ve struggled to scrape together ...

The IRS charges an excess accumulation penalty if a retirement account owner or beneficiary does not withdraw the required minimum distribution (RMD) for the year.

In 2025, Americans' 401(k) retirement savings rose significantly, with average balances up more than 11 percent year over ...

Gold prices are surging, making it an attractive "hedge" in retirement accounts. Here are some ways to buy gold in an IRA or ...