Savings

Coordinating Your 401(k) Plan With Other Employee Benefits: Creating a More Complete Financial Wellness Strategy

Many business owners view retirement plans as stand-alone benefits. In reality, however, a carefully designed benefits program often works best when individual components complement one another rather than operate independently.

Checking Participation Rates and Deferral Levels: Are Employees Using the Plan?

One of the most valuable benefits an employer can offer is a workplace retirement plan. Yet merely offering a 401(k) plan doesn't necessarily mean employees are taking full advantage of it. 

Balancing Growth and Stability Between Stock and Bond Funds

For most people planning for retirement, deciding how much to invest in stock funds versus bond funds is a key part of long-term investing. 

Where HSAs Fit Alongside 401(k)s in a Savings Priority List.

Most people don’t need to choose between an HSA and a 401(k). The real question is which account to fund first, depending on your workplace benefits, taxes, cash flow, and expected health care costs.

Using Bonuses to Jump Start 401(k) Savings

Using a work bonus to boost your 401(k) is a smart and approachable way to build your retirement savings—without cutting into the paycheck you rely on. 

2026 Financial Dashboard: Three Simple Metrics to Keep Your Money on Track

Creating a straightforward financial dashboard for 2026 helps you focus on key numbers and avoid market distractions. 

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