The difference between an IRA and a 401(k) — and how to take advantage of both

IRAs and 401(k)s are both tax-advantaged retirement plans, but they have different benefits, requirements and drawbacks.

Clark Howard Chimes In: 25-Year-Old With $18,000 Asks Whether a Roth IRA or Brokerage Is Best

Anthony from Georgia is 25 years old, has $18,000 sitting in a high-yield savings account earning 3.3% annually, and wants to know whether a Roth IRA or a taxable brokerage account should come first.

My 401(k) contributions are disappearing days after my employer deposits them — is this normal or a red flag?

Signs of fraud or misuse to watch for.

Gen X is facing a $400K retirement shortfall. Why the sandwich generation is falling behind on savings — and how anyone can catch up

More than half (53%) of Gen Xers report being concerned about outliving their savings.