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'myRA' retirement plans, explained

Jan 29, 2014
'myRA' is a new, government-backed retirement plan designed for low-income workers, who don’t have IRAs or 401Ks.

Mr. Money Mustache: An inspiration for wannabe retirees

Sep 6, 2013
The blog 'Mr. Money Mustache' is about the experience of one man who saved enough to retire at age 30. And he says you can do it, too.

A guide to U.S. retirement accounts

Sep 6, 2013
Understanding and navigating through the different retirement plans out there can be confusing, so here's an explainer of your options.

Advice and tips on saving for retirement at any age

Sep 6, 2013
Whether you're in your 20s, 30s, 40s, of 50-plus, most everyone has to save for retirement. A personal finance expert offers some advice.

The complex universe of retirement savings plans

May 7, 2012
Why can I put more money each year into a 401(k) than I can an IRA? This is stupid. I'm currently a contract employee and can only put $6,000 a year into an IRA, since I'm 50 and can use the catch-up provision. Last year, as an employee of a company that offered a 401(k), I saved more than $12,000. Plus, my company matched very generously. Thanks, Ernie, Sunnyvale, CA