People aged 50 and up who are looking to ramp up their retirement savings through the use of catch-up contributions to IRAs will be able to contribute an extra $1,100 to their IRA starting in 2026 — ...

Seasoned federal employees who survived the turmoil of 2025 might be thinking: Should I retire in 2026? You should make this most crucial and personal of decisions on the basis of where you want to be ...

Picking the right retirement savings plan and maximizing retirement savings can be a complex landscape to navigate, but it’s key to staying fiscally fit in the twilight years. Retirement planning is ...

Starting the year you turn 50, you can increase retirement contributions by an amount set by the IRS. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising partners who ...

Early withdrawals can shrink your 401(k) savings. See how to calculate the IRS 10% penalty, and learn about exceptions, SECURE 2.0 updates, and penalty‑free alternatives.