Updated 2026-03-20

401(k) Basics: Your Starting Guide

Everything you need to know about 401(k) plans. How they work, contribution limits, employer matching, and getting started.

What You Will Learn

This guide covers everything you need to know about 401(k) basics: your starting guide. We break down the rules, compare your options, and provide tools to help you make informed decisions about your retirement savings.

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Pavlo Pyskunov

Pavlo Pyskunov

Managing Director & Investment Fund Director

Pavlo Pyskunov analyzes employer-sponsored retirement plans using IRS publications and DOL Form 5500 filings, helping workers maximize their 401(k) savings through data-driven guidance.

Last updated: 2026-03-20

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