emergency fund

Employer-Supported Emergency Savings Features: Plan Sponsor Considerations
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Employees, particularly those early in their careers, are worried about their ability to handle major, unexpected expenses. According to a new CAPTRUST report, emergency savings is the top financial concern for workers aged 18-30 and ranks among the top three worries for older employees. For employers, this finding highlights a broader business challenge, as employees’  Read More →
New 401(k) Rules: Balancing Access and Savings
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When considering short-term funding options, participants are often advised to avoid tapping into their 401(k) accounts through loans or hardship withdrawals, as early withdrawals can impede long-term retirement savings. However, the SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022 has introduced more penalty-free emergency withdrawal provisions, offering increased liquidity and flexibility within 401(k) plans. While some see this  Read More →
Increasing 401(k) Balances Can Bring Increased Stress
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By the second quarter of this year, the number of “401(k) millionaires” rose 2.5% from Q1, marking a record high according to Fidelity. At the same time, retirement savers overall experienced three consecutive quarters of growth — and that’s good news for many investors. However, a Vanguard analysis of its plans also shows a concerning  Read More →

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