Starting the year you turn 50, you can increase retirement contributions by an amount set by the IRS. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising partners who ...
In January 2026, the new Roth catch-up rules take effect. The mandate prevents workers over 50 who earned more than $150,000 the prior year from making pre-tax catch-up contributions to their 401(k).
When it comes to saving for retirement, setting aside money early in your career is generally the best approach. That money has more time to compound and grow than money you save when you’re older.