A 6% Default Retirement Savings Rate Is Becoming the Standard—But Is It Enough?
In this issue:
- A 6% default retirement savings rate Is becoming the standard—but Is It enough?
- Bonds for the long-term: why a 60% stock/40% bond portfolio?
- Retirement calculator: why a 12% to 15% savings rate
- Top 15 employers with the highest employer match per employee
- Market overview: renewed inflation threats
How to Maximize Tax-Deferred Retirement Savings Beyond the $69,000 ($70,000 for 2025) IRS Limit
For individuals with multiple income streams, such as physicians, small business owners, startup founders, entrepreneurs, and consultants in tech or other fields, it’s possible to exceed the IRS’s annual limit for tax-deferred retirement savings ($69,000 for 2024 and $70,000 for 2025).
Stocks for The Long Term: Why They Outperform Bonds
In this issue:
- Retirement savings: what Morningstar retirement model reveals
- Stocks for the long-term: why they outperform bonds
- Investment arithmetic: investment calculator
- The billion-dollar employer contribution club
- Market overview: post-election stock rally, inflation …
When to Retire Matters—A Lot!
Retiring at the peak of a bull market or right after a bear market can significantly impact your retirement finances.
How to Become a 401(k) Millionaire?
Save & invest consistently, dollar-cost average your way to be a 401k millionaire.
Introducing the Save More, Grow Wise Newsletter
Introducing Save More, Invest Wise Newsletter that focuses on retirement savings, retirement investments, etirement planning, personal finance topics such as debts and spending, and tools.
Lessons From the Investment Options Selection of Savvy Investment Companies’ 401(k) Plans
We examine the 401(k) retirement plans from several savvy investment and financial service companies. In particular, we look at their investment options offered in the plans and discuss some of the funds briefly.
Mega Backdoor Roth Explained
The Mega Backdoor Roth 401(k) or Mega Backdoor Roth Conversion is a powerful tool for high-income earners who want to maximize their retirement savings and enjoy tax-free withdrawals. By leveraging this strategy, you can compound your savings dramatically over time, providing significant long-term financial benefits.
Unlocking Investment Potentials With 401(k) Brokerage Link Accounts
We discuss the pros and cons of 401(k) brokerage link accounts
Ranking Biggest 401(K) Stock And Bond Funds
We discuss how to utilize our newly upgraded free comparison tool to better evaluate and compare ETFs, mutual funds and portfolios using rolling returns
Building a Well-Balanced Retirement Portfolio with the FOOT LOCKER 401(K) PLAN
Introduction Planning for retirement is a critical financial goal, and constructing a diversified asset allocation portfolio is a key component of achieving that goal. The FOOT LOCKER 401(K) PLAN offers a selection of investment options, and in this article,...
Constructing a Diversified Asset Allocation Portfolio for the Community Trust Bancorp Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Planning for retirement is a significant financial milestone, and constructing a well-balanced retirement portfolio is essential to achieve your long-term financial goals. For employees participating in the Community Trust Bancorp, Inc. Employee Stock Ownership Plan...
Maximizing Your Retirement Income: The 4% Withdrawal Rule & Retirement Withdrawal Calculator
We review the latest data for safe retirement withdrawal strategies such as the 4% rule. We also introduce the new retirement withdrawal calculator
How To Fully Utilize Self-Directed IRAs For Retirement Investments
We claim that IRAs in a brokerage now offers better and cheaper investment choices than a typical 401(k) plan.
Retirement Savings: How Much Should You Save For A Comfortable Retirement Life?
High yield bonds, managed correctly, can be a valuable addition to boost fixed income returns.
Cadence Design Systems Inc. 401k Plan Review: Constructing a Diversified Asset Allocation Portfolio
Cadence Design Systems 401(k) provides some good investment options in US stocks, international stocks and bonds. However, it lacks of exposure to REITs and emerging market stocks. Its fund expenses are low.
What to Do with Your 401(k) When You Leave Your Current Employer?
You have four choices to make when you quit from your current employer, regarding your 401(k) account.
Pros and Cons of Rollover from a 401(k) to a Self-Directed IRA
Rollover from a 401(k) to a self directed IRA has many advantages but also has some issues to consider.
401k Company Match: How To Maximize Your Free Money
We encourage maximizing 401k match and discuss some details on 401k contributions and match.