Gen X-ers are lagging behind in retirement saving and planning. Here’s how to catch up. Generation X, as the first ...

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There's little doubt in the minds of millions of Americans that the 401(k) plan stands out as a widely embraced retirement savings option. Despite that broad-based recognition, the quintessential ...

How much to save for retirement is a common question from workers, but there is no universal rule of thumb that applies to everyone. “It’s really where are you now, how long is it going to be until ...

Landing that first job after graduation is exciting. Suddenly, you have real money in the bank to buy what your childhood allowance could only dream of. But then life happens. You get promoted, maybe ...

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Tactics like having a "war chest" for fun experiences and a "paycheck" helped Scott Scovel feel comfortable spending money ...

Saving for retirement is essential, but it can feel overwhelming; even some higher earners might fall short. The reality is that those with a workplace 401(k) have a significant advantage in saving.

The wealthiest 10% have nearly $1 million saved. The typical family has $87,000. That gap is widening — and age, income, and ...

Two new surveys zero in on Gen X angst when it comes to retirement savings, why they’re in this mess, and how they’re taking ...

It's taboo to ask a person how much money they have, but we all want to know where we stand; here's some of the latest data.