Emergency Savings and Student Loan Matches in Your 401(k) (Ep. 49)
Government legislation might not sound like standard weekend listening, but the latest changes could reshape how you save and spend your money. Today’s episode of Can I Retire Now?, dives into Part 2 of Nick and Becky’s breakdown of the SECURE 2.0 Act.
Employers can now match your student loan payments with 401(k) contributions and the new $2,500 emergency savings accounts are built right into workplace plans. With auto-enrollment and auto-escalation these options can set up future savers for success. We debate whether easier access to your retirement money is a helpful safety net or a…
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