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04-17-03 |
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Your 401(k) may end up being your largest retirement asset. That's why it's crucial for you to make the most of it. Here are the key questions that anyone investing in a 401(k) needs to ask--and answer.
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What are the advantages of a 401(k)?
How do I determine what my mix of stocks and bonds should be?
What types of funds should make up the bulk of my 401(k) investment?
I can't contribute the maximum to my 401(k). Is it worth contributing at all?
Do certain investments work better inside a tax-deferred plan, such as my 401(k) plan?
How does employer matching affect my account?
When and how often should I monitor my 401(k) account?
How do I rebalance my 401(k)?
What should I know about owning company stock in my 401(k) plan?
Should I take a loan against my 401(k)?
I'm a late-start investor. What should I do?
What should I do in a bear market?
My 401(k) plan stinks. What can I do about it?
What types of funds should a good retirement plan include?
My plan allows me to contribute aftertax dollars. Should I bother?
Are there any good books about 401(k) plans?
How can I keep from being ripped off in my 401(k) plan?
What are the new contribution levels for 2003?
How much additional contribution can I make if I'm over age 50?
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