Tax liabilities can be a major expense for many households and individuals. Learn the basics of tax liabilities are and how you can help reduce them.

Learn why estate planning matters, what five key documents every plan should include, and how they help protect your assets and loved ones.

A state-by-state look at where a paycheck lands in the middle by household size using 2024 Census data — and what it means for pay, housing, and everyday budgets.

If you’re among the many people who have left 401(k) accounts behind with former employers, know that money isn’t lost. There are steps you can take to track down your old 401(k) account.

Empower's Tony Johnson highlights some key topics to keep in mind for tax planning in retirement, including Social Security, 401(k) withdrawals, capital gains, and charitable giving.

One consistent pattern emerges across multiple studies on budgeting: Attempts to curb spending don’t have to be perfect. 

The amount of retirement millionaires continues to grow, according to Empower data, with 9.1% of Americans falling into this category of retirement savers.

Making these efficient moves may potentially help taxpayers lower their tax bill and strengthen their finances over the long term.

Families with 529 plans are face a different kind of homework: figuring out how to keep their education savings on track while markets shift and college deadlines approach. 

These resources break down key 401(k) concepts, from contributions and matches to rollovers and withdrawals, that can help with making moves toward long-term financial goals.

A 401(k) loan allows people to borrow from the balance built up in their retirement account. Generally, if allowed by the plan, people may borrow up to 50% of their vested balance, for a maximum loan amount of $50,000.

Empower’s Matt Carey talks through must-have documents, trusts, tax-smart strategies, and pitfalls to avoid when creating an estate plan.