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2. 401(k) - Wikipedia

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   In the United States, a 401 (k) plan is an employer-sponsored, defined-contribution, personal pension (savings) account, as defined in subsection 401 (k) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code. [1] Periodic employee contributions come directly out of their paychecks, and may be matched by the employer. This pre-tax option is what makes 401 (k) plans ...

3. A complete guide to 401(k) retirement plans: What is a ... - AOL

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   A 401 (k) plan is a tax-advantaged retirement savings tool offered by employers that allows eligible employees to contribute a portion of their salary up to a set amount each year. Unlike ...

4. Federal Employees Retirement System - Wikipedia

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   The Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), a defined contribution plan which operates like a 401(k). Transition from CSRS to FERS [ edit ] Since January 1, 1984, employees with fewer than 5 years of non-military experience on December 31, 1986, were covered under interim retirement rules under which they were covered by both CSRS and the Social Security ...

5. Retirement plans in the United States - Wikipedia

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   Types of retirement plans. Retirement plans are classified as either defined benefit plans or defined contribution plans, depending on how benefits are determined.. In a defined benefit (or pension) plan, benefits are calculated using a fixed formula that typically factors in final pay and service with an employer, and payments are made from a trust fund specifically dedicated to the plan.

6. What Is a 401(k) Plan? Everything You Need To Know - AOL

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   A 401(k) is a retirement savings account that offers several tax advantages that you can receive as part of your employee benefits program. Read to learn more. What Is a 401(k) Plan?

7. Did 401(k)s Replace Pension Plans? (& Which Is Better ... - AOL

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   A pension plan is a different kind of retirement savings plan in which a company sets money aside to give to future retirees. Over the past few decades, defined-contribution plans like the 401 (k ...