Here's How to Make Your Retirement Nest Egg Last Longer
When deciding whether to roll over a 401(k) into an IRA, close attention to fees pays off in the long run.
Helping Your 401(k) Recover From 2015
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Freedom of choice can feel like more of a burden than a benefit when figuring out what to do with a 401(k) after leaving a job or retiring. Do you let it stay at your old company (if an ex-employer lets you), roll it into a new company's plan, or stash it in an IRA?
With the average worker changing jobs every 4.6 years and 10,000 baby boomers turning 65 daily, the decision is one many people face multiple times over a career. It's a big deal because fees are the silent killer of investment returns, and fees in 401(k)s and IRAs vary greatly.