For years, catch-up contributions were one of the few simple things left in the 401(k) world. If you were 50 or older, you could defer more. Payroll processed it. Providers administered it. Plan ...

2026 brings changes to your 401(k) catch up contributions that you need to know about. Ignoring them could bring IRS hassles or a surprise tax bill. If you are participating in your 401(k) at work, ...

Nearing retirement but not sure whether you have enough saved? While there isn't a time machine that can take you back to when you first started working, rules around 401(k)s and other retirement ...

Older high-income workers who make contributions beyond the standard amount will have to put that extra money into a Roth 401(k). That may lower their take-home pay. By Ann Carrns If you’re a ...

For 2026, the standard annual contribution climbs to $24,500, but those 50 and older can add a standard catch-up of $8,000, while a "super" catch-up of $11,250 is available for taxpayers ages 60 to 63 ...

If you’re a high-earning, older worker, the rules for making “catch-up” contributions to a 401(k) or similar job-based retirement plan have changed. Starting this year, employees age 50 and older ...