See what you know about the history of American money by taking this brief quiz.

We've looked at 10% early withdrawal penalties, now we get a little deeper into the weeds on some of the nuances of certain exceptions.

Recent turmoil in the markets has hit many retirement savers hard as they see their IRA and 401(k) balances rapidly shrinking.

In late January, markets anticipated that proposed tariffs would create economic headwinds. By the end of the quarter, market expectations had changed dramatically.

When you file for bankruptcy, one thing you usually don’t have to worry about is protecting your IRA funds from your bankruptcy creditors.

President Trump had previously implemented 20% tariffs on any imports from China. Today, he announced 34% tariffs on imports from China tied to unfair trading practices.

There is still time! You can still make a prior-year (2024) IRA or Roth IRA contribution up to the tax filing due date, April 15, 2025.

In times like these, it can be helpful to focus on the opportunities that can be created by market volatility.

There are currently 20 exceptions, with a 21st on the way. Here are those exceptions, with some brief commentary.

Here are 12 answers to frequently asked questions about super catch-up contributions.

Here’s some good news from the 2025 World Happiness Report: “People are too pessimistic about the kindness of their communities.”

The arrival of the SECURE Act means the end of the stretch IRA for many beneficiaries.