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Why your 401(k) strategy should change at age 59.5

Turning fifty-nine and a half doesn't exactly sound like a milestone birthday worth celebrating with cake and candles. Yet for your retirement savings, this specific age marks one of the most ...
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Is 55 the new 59 1/2? How the Rule of 55 allows penalty-free early 401(k) access

Tax-advantaged retirement accounts aren't exactly known for their liquidity, and that's largely thanks to a number of pretty strict rules, with only a few exceptions, governing when you can pull out ...
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Here's the Average 401(k) Balance of 59-Year-Old Americans (How Do You Compare?)

Let's see how your retirement savings stack up compared to those of other Americans your age. According to recent Fidelity retirement analysis, Americans in the 55-59 age range hold an average 401(k) ...
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A New Rule Lets You Tap Your 401(k) Early Penalty-Free. But Don't Get Too Excited About It.

Typically, 401(k) withdrawals taken prior to age 59 and 1/2 are subject to an early withdrawal penalty. While some exceptions exist already, a new rule allows savers to tap their 401(k)s early to ...

8 Lies You’ve Been Told About 401(k)s (And Probably Believed)

Discover the truth behind common 401(k) myths you've probably believed for years and learn how these misconceptions could be costing you money in retirement.