In mid-2024, Americans are still facing high inflation and high interest rates. And they are saving less and spending less. According to data from the Commerce Department, “The personal saving rate, the share of income that Americans are squirreling away, was 3.8% in January, well below the recent peak of 5.3% last May and the… Continue reading Third Quarter Finance Tips to Turn Things Around
Fidelity Investments recently released a report on 2024 trends, and Q1 shows record high 401(k) savings in 2024. Read on to discover more about the current 401(k) savings rate, why rates have increased, and how you can save even more. Record High 401(k) Savings According to Fidelity’s Q1 2024 Retirement Analysis, “Total average 401(k) savings… Continue reading Check Your Statements–There Are Record High 401(k) Savings in 2024
You’ve worked hard to build up your savings to ensure you have a comfortable retirement. What if cybercriminals stole from your 401(k)? Sadly, it’s happening, and experts are fearful it may happen more frequently with retirement accounts – with some even referring to the risk as “a sleeping giant.”¹ While most of the time it’s… Continue reading Is Your 401(k) at Risk from Cyberattacks?
Now that we’re halfway through the year, are you looking for ways to boost your 401(k) savings? Many Americans are struggling to save like they used to, and their retirement accounts are taking a hit. According to recent data from the Commerce Department, “The personal saving rate, the share of income that Americans are squirreling… Continue reading 6 Ways to Boost Your 401(k) Halfway Through the Year
