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Editor’s note: This article is part 10 of a series on how to retire early and the FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement. Part one is How to Retire Early in Six Steps. To see all early ...

Learn about qualified distributions from retirement accounts, IRS rules, tax implications, and how to maximize your tax benefits while avoiding penalties.

Key Points With a 401(k), you could face an early withdrawal penalty for removing funds before turning 59 1/2. Under certain ...

New 401k catch-up contribution rules in 2026 will change taxes for high earners over 50. Learn how scammers exploit these ...

You've spent decades contributing to a tax-advantaged retirement savings account. Now, for one reason or another, you want to ...

Catch-up contributions allow people aged 50 and up to contribute more to their workplace retirement accounts. For 2025, the ...

A new rule issued by the IRS will alter how higher-income Americans approaching retirement can save in their 401(k) and other tax-deferred workplace retirement plans. The regulation comes from the ...

If you’ve been saving for retirement, you’ve probably wondered: when can I actually take money out of my 401(k) without paying penalties? The IRS has very specific 401(k) withdrawal rules, and ...