With the importance of retirement accounts to family finances, it may seem surprising that “forgotten 401 (k)s continue to grow significantly and now exceed $2 trillion in assets for the first time,” according to Capitalize, a company that offers digital tools to find, consolidate and maximize retirement savings (1).

Few things feel more unsettling than getting fired before retirement. After years of saving and planning, losing your job close to the finish line can shake your financial confidence. But while the situation is stressful, it doesn’t have to derail your ...

You don’t need a financial expert to tell you that saving money is essential. From retirement to a rainy day, you need money stored up to get you through the hard times and the good times — and everything in between. But without clear guidance on how ...

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