Editor’s note: "The Rule of 55" is part eight of an ongoing series focused on how to retire early and the FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement. Part One is How to Retire Early in Six ...
Key Points A 54-year-old with $4M in a 401(k) has eight times the average balance for people in their 50s. The rule of 55 ...
For many Americans, the dream of retiring early is often hindered by the IRS’s 10% early withdrawal penalty on distributions from retirement accounts like IRAs or 401(k)s before age 59.5. However, the ...
Key Points The rule of 55 allows penalty-free 401(k) withdrawals only from your current employer’s plan after separation.
In January, new Roth catch-up rules will prevent workers over 50 who earned more than $150,000 the prior year from making pre ...
Editor’s note: This article is part 10 of a series on how to retire early and the FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement. Part one is How to Retire Early in Six Steps. To see all early ...
Retiring at 55 can feel like crossing a finish line, but your 401(k) does not instantly align with your new lifestyle. Early retirement opens up a set of rules, tax surprises, and strategic options ...
If you’ve been saving for retirement, you’ve probably wondered: when can I actually take money out of my 401(k) without paying penalties? The IRS has very specific 401(k) withdrawal rules, and ...