With an IRA, individuals have lower limits, but these retirement plans offer increased investment flexibility. A 401(k) and IRA can both be used to invest in stocks, bonds, and securities for ...

I won't get into the actual stocks and funds I own in this article, but I will say that my preferred retirement savings vehicle is an individual retirement account (IRA), as opposed to a 401(k).

TheStreet sat down with Lisa Greene-Lewis, CPA and TurboTax expert to explain the tax implications if you need money and dip into your IRA, 401k, or other retirement accounts. TurboTax Live ...