401k

Whether you're near retirement or just starting your career, these funds -- with suggested allocations for your age and risk tolerance -- belong in your portfolio.

The bear market led throngs of investors to flee stocks for the relative 'safety' of bonds. But with the economy changing, those investments now threaten our retirement savings.

After a bleak decade for investors and a deep recession, your retirement goals may seem out of reach. But you may have an opportunity to make up ground fast.

Even small revisions to your retirement account today could make a big difference in your future nest egg. Also: What to do if your plan isn't up to snuff.   

The market's wild swings of late have reinforced the notion that the odds are stacked against ordinary investors. Here's how to adapt instead of giving up.

Paying as little as 1% extra in fees can mean thousands less for retirement. So why is figuring out what you're paying for your plan almost impossible?

If you're just entering the work force, now is the best time to ensure that when you make your exit, you can retire comfortably. Here are 7 guidelines.

Tired of high mutual fund fees eating into your returns? Some retirement plans are starting to offer ETFs as alternatives -- but there are risks here, too.

Most retirement savers stuck with their 401k's despite the market's recent upheaval. Account balances are growing again, but they're still not back to 2007 levels.    

While you've fretted about which mutual funds to buy for your 401k, the companies managing those funds have made piles of money. Should you buy their stocks instead?