There's a LOT to know about 401(k) plans. From what constitutes a good rate of return on a 401(k) to the ins and outs of employer contributions, it can feel complicated, not to mention overwhelming.

Many employees think their 401(k) is a free benefit because their employer provides it as part of their compensation package. However, 401(k) plans actually have built-in fees that can be hard to ...

A U.S. Government Accountability Office study reported that 41% of American workers are unaware that 401(k) plans carry fees. Yet these fees can cost a workers thousands (and thousands) of dollars ...

Average 401 (k) fund fees and administrative fees If you're concerned you might be overpaying, here is what average 401 (k) fees look like by plan size, based on Morningstar's analysis of ...

A monthly fee of $4.55 could cause you to lose nearly $18,000 in account growth. A 401(a)(5) fee disclosure form lists all the fees you're responsible for paying. A fund prospectus is a good place to ...