Tag: 401ks

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We’re kicking off 2019 with our periodic review of the most-read articles over the past year, based on the blog traffic tracked by Google Analytics. Judging by the comments readers leave at the end of the blog posts, baby boomers are really diving into the nitty-gritty of preparing themselves mentally and financially for retirement. Financia…

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When between 45 percent and 60 percent of Americans don’t have enough money for retirement, encouraging saving is a national priority. A related issue is preserving the funds once they’re set aside. A survey released last month by Transamerica indicates that workers frequently resort to hardship withdrawals and loans from their 401(k)s, because they lack…