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Changing jobs? How to protect your 401(k) from hidden fees

A U.S. Government Accountability Office study reported that 41% of American workers are unaware that 401(k) plans carry fees. Yet these fees can cost a workers thousands (and thousands) of dollars ... Read More

When you switch jobs, remember to bring your 401(k) savings with you. #retirementplanning

When you switch jobs, remember to bring your 401(k) savings with you. According to some new research, about 1 in 5 people left money in a 401(k) at an old employer... to the tune of about $55k per ... Read More

Left Your 401(k) Behind After A Job Change? It Could Cost You A Small Fortune In Retirement

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 ... Read More

3 major 401(k) changes coming in 2026 that every worker needs to know about

The rules for these employer-sponsored retirement plans are once again being adjusted a bit to reflect inflation. Read More

How to Handle a Job Change Without Derailing Your Retirement Plans

Learn how to protect and rebuild retirement savings during a job transition, how to stabilize income and how to stay on track for long-term financial goals. Read More

Do you have a forgotten 401(k)? How to find your money

Americans are leaving billions of dollars behind in forgotten retirement accounts, according to a new report. The Sept. 2025 report by Capitalize, a fintech firm that specializes in helping U.S. Read More

Maxing Out Your 401(k) Will Get Harder in 2026. Maybe You Shouldn't Do It.

If you have limited money to contribute to retirement accounts, putting it all into a 401(k) may not be the right move. There are better alternatives, like an IRA, which gives you a wider choice of ... Read More

Experts Warn Against Cashing Out Your 401(k) Because It Could Cost You Thousands

Trina Paul is a Breaking News and Personal Finance Writer at Investopedia, covering topics like retirement, consumer debt, and retail investing. She focuses on making complex financial topics ... Read More

What to Do With Your 401(k) When You Retire

Whether you have millions of dollars in your 401(k) or just a few thousand, once you leave your job, you have to make a decision on what to do with that money. For some retirees, it makes sense to ... Read More