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

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   Unlike traditional pension plans, in which the employer promises a specified monthly benefit at retirement, 401 (k) plans are funded by contributions deducted directly from the employee’s ...

3. 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.

4. 'Stick to the plan': Readers weigh in on early retirement - AOL

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   The average age of a retirement account millionaire is 59. The majority of these savers, however, were power savers. They socked away 17.5% of their pay on average. Their employers contribute an ...

5. What is retirement planning? - AOL

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   Top retirement plans Employer-sponsored plans. One of the easiest ways to get started with saving for retirement is through an employer-sponsored plan such as a 401(k) or 403(b). These plans make ...

6. Employer matching program - Wikipedia

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   An employee's 401 (k) plan is a retirement savings plan. The option of an employer matching program varies from company to company. It is not mandatory for a company to offer a contribution to their 401 (k) plans. Contributions may benefit the company in various ways: as an employee benefit to attract and retain employees, as a business tax ...

7. Defined contribution plan - Wikipedia

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   A defined contribution (DC) plan is a type of retirement plan in which the employer, employee or both make contributions on a regular basis. Individual accounts are set up for participants and benefits are based on the amounts credited to these accounts (through employee contributions and, if applicable, employer contributions) plus any investment earnings on the money in the account.