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  1. Vestwell
  2. Saver Support
  3. Retirement 101
  4. 401(k) Basics

401(k) Basics

  • What Is A Company-Sponsored Retirement Plan?
  • Different Ways To Contribute To Your 401(k)
  • Participant Contribution Types: What's the Difference Between Roth and Pre-Tax Contributions? What Are After Tax Contributions?
  • How Much Should I Contribute?
  • Why Can’t I Set a Saver Rate Of 100% to Be Deferred Into My 401(k)?
  • 401(k) Contribution Limits
  • Roth IRAs and Roth 401(k)s – What You Should Know
  • Different Ways To Withdraw Funds From Your 401(k)
  • Rules for Withdrawing Retirement Funds
  • What is a Required Minimum Distribution, or RMD?
  • What Is a Force Out Distribution?
  • The Pros and Cons of Tapping into Your 401(k) in Times of Need
  • What Is A Stable Value Fund?