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Many companies match a portion of their employees' 401(k) contributions as an incentive for their workers to save for retirement. But sometimes the rules aren't clear, and the math can be tricky. Here ...

When it comes to retirement planning and building up the proverbial “nest-egg,” there are few pieces of advice more universally accepted than “save as much as possible as early as possible.” Certainly ...

You may have heard that there’s no such thing as a free lunch, but to the millions of Americans whose employers offer them a 401(k) match, this perk comes close. Unless you are one of the shrinking ...

Maximum match: Most companies set a maximum contribution (which may be lower than the annual 401 (k) contribution limit set by the IRS). This limit could be a fixed dollar amount or a percentage of ...

What Is Roth 401(k) Matching? Roth 401(k) matching is a retirement savings strategy where an employer matches the contributions an employee makes to their Roth 401(k) account. The employee designates ...

Understanding your company's 401(k)-matching formula is key for getting the most out of your match. You should also understand the vesting schedule, especially if you plan to quit your job soon.

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Workplace 401(k) accounts have become critical to retirement security, and with good reason. The majority of private sector workers have access to these plans, which are easy to enroll in and come ...

A version of this article appeared on July 9, 2013. Many companies match a portion of their employees' 401(k) contributions each pay period as an incentive for their workers to save for retirement.