In the intricate world of personal finance, retirement planning requires a delicate balance of income sources to ensure a secure and comfortable future. Among these sources, the 401(k) and Social ...

Need $1,000 to cover an unexpected expense? Starting this year, you may be able to withdraw the money from your 401(k) with relative ease. New rules make it easier to tap your retirement account for ...

Pension providers said careful consideration should be given to the withdrawal of funds for a deposit on a home — warning that to do so could have “significant implications” for retirement. Despite ...

Employees with a Provident Fund (PF) account managed by the Employees Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) can withdraw money from their account when needed. The process is now simpler, thanks to online ...

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