That money can be better used taking advantage of multiple types of retirement accounts.

Americans are leaning on credit cards more than ever as inflation (while cooling) continues to drive up the prices of necessities and strain household budgets. According to recent data from the ...

It's not too late to sneak more money into that account.

Contributing to a 401(k) is one of the best ways to save for retirement, and this type of account has several distinct advantages. For one, it has a much higher contribution limit than many other ...

Funding an HSA to the best of your ability could work to your advantage later in life. I'm the type of person who really does not mind working hard. You know what I do mind? Paying taxes. Of course, I ...

You want to enjoy a comfortable retirement without worrying about how you'll pay all your bills. But that requires a pretty sizable nest egg — often seven figures. It takes consistent savings ...

In 2025, the maximum monthly Social Security benefit is $5,108 per month. It's not 100% clear exactly how large the maximum monthly benefit will be in 2026, but based on current estimates of benefit ...

There are many places to put your money after maxing out 401(k) contributions. You could enjoy the triple tax benefits an HSA offers. You could continue investing for retirement in an IRA, or switch ...

You want to enjoy a comfortable retirement without worrying about how you'll pay all your bills. But that requires a pretty sizable nest egg -- often seven figures. It takes consistent savings ...

The maximum Social Security benefit will be increasing in 2026. If you want to max out your benefits, you need to earn a high salary. You also need to make sure you have a plan to delay your benefits ...