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Mark your calendars for an exciting financial celebration - National 401(k) Day on September 6! This special day was first recognized in the mid-1990s by the Profit Sharing/401(k) Council of America (PSCA), now known as the Plan Sponsor Council of America, to raise awareness about the importance of a good retirement savings plan. It's a day of financial empowerment, dedicated to helping people understand the value, importance, and impact of taking steps towards a secure future. So, get ready to dig into your finances, explore your savings options, and make your future golden!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1978</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Creation of 401(k)</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Revenue Act of 1978 included a provision that became Internal Revenue Code Sec. 401(k), laying the foundation for the retirement savings plan.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1981</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>401(k) Plan Implementation</div><div class='timeline-text'>The 401(k) plan was first offered by The Johnson Companies to their employees, becoming the first type of a defined contribution retirement plan.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1996</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First National 401(k) Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Profit Sharing/401(k) Council of America (PSCA) first recognized National 401(k) Day to emphasize the significance of retirement savings.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2006</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>The Pension Protection Act</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Pension Protection Act was signed into law, including provisions that made it easier for employers to automatically enroll their employees in 401(k) plans.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2014</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>PSCA Becomes PSCA</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Profit Sharing/401(k) Council of America (PSCA) became the Plan Sponsor Council of America, continuing its advocacy for effective retirement savings plans.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>Present Day</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Continued Importance</div><div class='timeline-text'>National 401(k) Day remains a significant event to raise awareness about the importance of retirement planning and financial security.</div></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Review your 401(k) plan</h3><p class='facts-text'>Take a closer look at your current 401(k) plan. Does it meet your retirement goals? On this day, review and update your contribution as per your retirement plan. It’s always a good idea to revise your plan every year to make sure you are putting in enough money for your future needs.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Schedule a financial planning consultation</h3><p class='facts-text'>Use this day as a motivation to schedule a consultation with a financial planner. This person can help you make informed financial decisions and guide you to the best strategies available to maximize your 401(k).</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Attend a money management workshop or webinar</h3><p class='facts-text'>Look for workshops or webinars happening on National 401(k) Day. Many organizations hold these kind of events that can be very informative and helpful. This could be an opportunity to learn more about handling your personal finance and retirement savings.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Promote awareness about 401(k) on social media</h3><p class='facts-text'>Spread the financial love and awareness via social media. Share posts about National 401(k) Day, tips about saving for the future, or your own personal story of how saving for retirement has made a difference in your life.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Initiate an employer match challenge</h3><p class='facts-text'>If you're an employer who matches contributions, why not make a game out of it? Host an employer match challenge where you offer to increase the company's match for the day or month to encourage employees to contribute more to their accounts.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Empowerment towards financial independence</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National 401(k) day is a unique opportunity to take control of your future. By putting attention on our retirement plans, we're empowering ourselves and taking a proactive approach towards becoming financially independent in our later years. We participate in the journey of securing a prosperous retirement.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Helps build awareness and education about personal finances </h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Promoting the importance of a retirement savings plan, National 401(k) Day makes us more aware of how we can build and manage our personal finances. It encourages us to engage in activities such as money management workshops and consultations with financial planners. It's all about learning and growth!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Community involvement and engagement</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National 401(k) Day encourages us to spread the knowledge and understanding about 401(k) plans among our friends, family, and coworkers. Whether it's sharing posts on social media or initiating an employer match challenge at work, we love how this day creates a community-based movement towards a financially secure future.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>An Average American's 401(k) Balance is Considerably High</h3><p class='facts-content'>As of 2020, the average 401(k) balance was around $112, 300, showing a substantial commitment to long-term savings by many workers.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>401(k) Plans Provide Substantial Tax Advantages</h3><p class='facts-content'>Contributions are tax-deductible, and the investments grow tax-free until retirement, making 401(k) plans an attractive savings vehicle from a taxation perspective.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>401(k) Withdrawal Rules Are Designed to Encourage Long-Term Saving</h3><p class='facts-content'>If you withdraw from your 401(k) before age 59.5, except in certain cases, you will be subject to a penalty to discourage early withdrawal and ensure the money is kept for retirement.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>There's Significant Variation In Employer Match Contributions</h3><p class='facts-content'>Employer contributions vary, but a common structure is a 100% match on employee contributions up to 3% of their salary, and a 50% match on contributions from 3-5% of their salary.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>401(k) Contributions Limits Are In Place to Prevent Any Excess</h3><p class='facts-content'>As of 2021, the maximum 401(k) contribution is $19,500 per year for those under age 50. For those above 50, an additional catch-up contribution of $6,500 is allowed.</p></div></div>
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