Ask a CFP® – Foundational Questions Edition: What’s a 401(k)?

What is a 401(k)?

How do 401(k) Contributions Work?

What Investments Can I Choose From in a 401(k)?

How is a 401(k) Taxed?

Why Would I Choose to Participate in a 401(k)?

Is My Money Stuck in a 401(k) Forever?

What Happens to my 401(k) if I Change Jobs?

When Do I Have to Distribute Funds from my 401(k)?