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Retirement

Building up your retirement fund is an important part of your financial plan. Whether you have a 401k, IRAs, or a pension, it is crucial that you pay...

Are You Saving Enough for Retirement?

Are you saving enough for a secure retirement? Don't put off planning and building the kind of retirement savings that will support a lifestyle you want to

Grow Your 401 (k)

401(k) plans are the most common retirement savings account. Make the right choices so you grow your 401(k) account and provide financial security to live at a

Fidelity and European Debt Crisis

Fidelity Retirement Accounts and the European Debt Crisis | Your 401(K) and retirement accounts are affected by the European debt crisis. Learn how to...

Social Security Garnishment

A judgment-creditor may not garnish Social Security benefits, but federal agencies may do so. Some money in your account is exempt from levy, but the limit...

Social Security Disability Advocate

Learn the role, qualifications for, and fees earned by a Social Security disability advocate service providers.

Learn about Pension Plan Options

Create a retirement pension plan that fits your employment situation and future financial needs. Balance you pension plans between 401ks, social security,...

Tax-Free Retirement Accounts

Video Introduction to 401(k) and IRA Retirement Accounts | View a brief introduction to retirement accounts from Bills.com's Park Brees. Learn how...

Home Ownership & Retirement

Retired homeowners who built up a lot of equity in their home can free up some cash with a refinance or reverse mortgage.

Can My Father's Social Security and Pension be Garnished?

Social Security and Pension Garnishment | If a judgment has been issued against a debtor a wage garnishment might be issued. Pension and social security is...

Defined Benefit Pension & Annuity

Defined Pension Benefits and Annuity | IRAs have clearly defined rules for when the account holder can access the funds without penalty. Also, if the account...

Dealing with Debt Problems on Social Security Income

If you are on fixed income such as Social Security, a debt settlement program might be a good idea. Read more to learn about debt relief options when on fixed

Cashing CD Penalizes Grandmother

My mother gave CDs to her grandchildren, and her attorney warned against redeeming them for five years. Why? I do not know, and suggest you ask the attorney for

401K Hardship Withdrawal

401(k) Hardship Withdrawal Rules | Many 401(k) plans allow you to make a hardship withdrawal, if you meet the strict definition of a hardship. You have to ...

401(k) Hardship Withdrawals

401(k) Hardship Withdrawal | Brad Stroh, Bills.com co-CEO, explains 401(k) hardship withdrawals, as well as other options available to consumers looking for deb

Using a 401k Withdrawal to Invest in Real Estate

401k Withdrawal to Invest in Real Estate | A traditional 401k does not allow for a real estate investment, unlike some IRA Roth Accounts. Weigh carefully your..

401k withdrawal and international wire transfer

Withdrawing funds from a 401k | Before you withdraw funds from your 401k retirement account and make a wire transfer, learn about the key factors...

Roth IRA Withdrawal to Pay Debt

Roth IRA Withdrawal | Free tips on avoiding penalties when taking a withdrawal from a Roth IRA and whether taking money out of a Roth IRA to pay low interest de

Roth IRA Conversion

Roth IRA Conversion | You can roll funds from one or several Roth IRAs into another Roth IRA without doing what is called a 'conversion'.

Cash Out Retirement Account

If you are paying a high interest rate on this loan, then consider receiving a distribution large enough to extinguish this debt plus the second credit card.

Retirement & Taxes

Retirement and Taxes | When you cash in most retirement accounts, you have to pay taxes on the amount you liquidate. To pay the least taxes possible...

Should I Close My Annuity?

In these troubled economic times, it is imperative that you do all you can to safeguard your retirement accounts. Read more at Bills.com

Tax Obligation On 401K Withdrawal

Learn about tax obligations due to early withdrawals form your 401k accounts. Find. Learn. Save, at Bills.com

401k & Chapter 7 & Chapter 13

Find out more about your options on debt relief if you are contemplating on withdrawing from your 401K to avoid bankruptcy. Bills.com has the tips and resource

Withdrawal From IRA Without Penalty

If you have a Traditional IRA, there are tax and penalty consequences for any withdrawal before 59 and a half. Find out more at Bills.com

401K Cash Out Penalties

401K Cash Out Penalties | Learn when you are subject to penalties for taking money out of your 401K account and when you can withdraw penalty-free. Be sure...

IRA Accounts

Get information on IRAs and range of financial products to Find. Learn. Save! at Bills.com

Withdrawing cash out of a Mutual Fund

Is it better to take funds out of a mutual funds for home repair expenses? Find out more...