Updated 2026-04-21

How to Check Your 401(k) Balance Online

Step-by-step guide to checking your 401(k) balance. Find your provider, log in, understand your statement, and project your retirement savings.

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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