Savings

Thirty-eight percent of respondents said they or a family member had to put off medical care because of cost in 2022, the most in the 22-year history of Gallup's survey.

Inflation and market volatility has had a significant impact on retirees' savings, research shows. Here’s what you need to know.

Of the 81% of middle-income survey respondents who said they expected a recession this year, 62% said they are planning to or have already taken measures to face tougher economic times, according to Primerica’s recent survey.

Thirty-one percent of respondents said that they mentioned personal finances on the first date or within the first few dates, according to consumer financial app Cleo's dating and money survey.

As inflation rages on, more Americans are borrowing from their 401(k)s to cover emergency expenses. Fidelity's Leanna Devinney offers her best alternative options.

U.S. households built up a cushion of savings during the COVID-19 pandemic, but they are rapidly spending it amid the highest inflation in a generation.

Sixty-six percent of Americans caring for kids and an aging parent said they are at least "somewhat stressed" about the costs of those responsibilities, a Policygenius survey said.

Savings contributions increased, hitting an all-time high and Roth 401(k) accounts have grown more popular. Here's how to determine the best savings plan for you.

Many Americans have a negative outlook on the economy, but say they didn't believe a downturn would impact their jobs, according to a new survey.

Part-time employees who’ve worked two consecutive years and completed at least 500 hours of service each year can enroll in their company's 401(k) or 403(b) plans, beginning in 2025, as stated in the Secure 2.0 Act. Here’s what it means for you.

The required minimum distribution age (RMD) has increased from 72 to 73, meaning Americans can leave their investments in longer before needing to make withdrawals. Here’s what you need to know.

Inflation eased in December, but interest rates are likely to increase a few more times in 2023. However, the rate of increase could slow, one Fed official says. Here's what it means for you.

Building up their emergency funds is a New Year’s financial resolution for many Americans, according to a survey by Personal Capital. Here’s how to boost your savings.

Starting in 2024, Americans can make tax-free rollovers of eligible 529 plan funds to a Roth IRA in the same beneficiary’s name. Here's what that means for you.

The Secure 2.0 Act of 2022 – a follow-up to the 2019 Secure Act – allows for an increase in "catch-up" contributions for people nearing retirement.

Companies that offer 401(k) plans will be required to automatically enroll their employees beginning in 2025.

Beginning in 2024, sponsors of individual account plans can create "emergency savings accounts" that allow employees to make Roth after-tax contributions to special savings account within the retirement plan.