Updated 2026-04-21

401(k) Risk Tolerance: How Aggressive Should Your Portfolio Be?

Assess your 401(k) risk tolerance with age, timeline, and behavioral factors. Model portfolios from conservative to aggressive with projected outcomes.

Key Takeaways

2026 Quick Reference

$24,500
2026 Deferral Limit
$72,000
Total 415(c) Limit
59½
Penalty-Free Age
73
RMD Start Age

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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: 2026-04-21

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