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3 Retirement Fear Factors
By Angie C. Marek
The economy has many investors worried about their retirement, but should they be?
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The Roth 401(k) Estimator
Should you sign up for this great new employer-sponsored retirement plan? Crunch your numbers in our worksheet to find out.
The SmartMoney Retirement Worksheets
Find out just how much you need to save for retirement, and how you can get there.
How Long Will My Money Last?
Don't let this fear keep you up at night. We'll tell you if you've saved enough.
Should You Borrow From Your 401(k)?
It can cripple your retirement savings. But if you're paying obscene amounts in interest, it's one way to dig yourself out of the hole.
Investing Strategies
Timing Your Retirement
Beginning your retirement during a down year for the market can have dire consequences.
What's Wrong With Variable Annuities
The truth is, annuities only make sense for a tiny fraction of the population.
The Girl's Guide to Retirement
Women often come up short on their retirement stash. Here's how to save enough.
Last-Minute Retirement Planning
If you're fiftysomething and underfunded, don't fret. We've got some solutions.
IRAs
IRAs Are Better Than Ever
More folks are eligible and the contribution limits are higher. So get on this.
3 Brand-New Tax Changes You Need to Know About
Tapping Your IRA Penalty-Free
Your IRA is not Fort Knox. If you really want to, breaking into it before retirement is indeed possible.
Understanding the IRA Withdrawal Rules
When the time comes to start tapping your IRA, these new rules could save you a bundle. Here's how to make the most of them.
Rolling Over Retirement Accounts
Mess this up and you could face a 10% early withdrawal penalty. Here's how to do it right.
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Ready, Set, Retire!
Retirement requires investors to ask a whole new set of questions. We have the answers.
Now That You're Retiring
Here's how to spend your hard-earned dollars wisely without running through your savings too quickly.
401(k) Plans
Foot-Dragging on 401(k)s Fees
New disclosure rules are in the pipeline, but they may not take effect before 2010.
Worksheet: The Roth 401(k) Estimator
Annuities in Your 401(k)?
With pensions all but extinct, employers are adding annuities to their 401(k) plans.
Help, My 401(k) Stinks!
What to do when faced with high fees and lousy investment options? Here's some advice.
5 Things to Know About Your 401(k)
Chances are your retirement stash will have more value if you stay on top of your 401(k).
Understanding the Roth 401(k)
This nifty retirement-savings option might be right for you. Here are the details.
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