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Crypto in a 401(k): Can You Hold Bitcoin at Work?

Most 401(k) plans don't offer crypto directly, but there are a few ways in — and some important warnings from regulators. This guide covers brokerage windows, direct Bitcoin options, the DOL's stance, why the employer match still comes first, and how an IRA can fill the gap.

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What Is Retirement? A Complete, Plain-English Guide

Retirement is the stage of life when you stop working for income and live on money you've built up — from Social Security, employer plans, and personal savings. A complete, plain-English guide to what retirement is, where the money comes from, how much you need, and when you can retire.

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Which Retirement Plan Do You Get? A Guide by Occupation

Your job decides your retirement toolkit. A plain-English map of which plans each type of worker gets — private-sector 401(k), teacher pensions plus 403(b)/457(b), federal FERS and the TSP, nonprofit 403(b), and self-employed SEP or Solo 401(k).

60s

Retirement Planning in Your 60s

Your 60s are about transition: when to claim Social Security, how Medicare works, and how to withdraw from savings without running out.

30s

How to Plan for Retirement in Your 30s

Two goals, one guide: how to plan for retirement in your 30s, and whether you could actually retire during your 30s. Here's the early-retirement (FIRE) math, the savings rates it takes, and a clear, step-by-step plan to build wealth automatically without sacrificing the life you're building now.