https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/high-earners-rethink-maxing-out-401-k-retirement-savingsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/high-earners-rethink-maxing-out-401-k-retirement-savingshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/high-earners-rethink-maxing-out-401-k-retirement-savings#u124654Fri, 16 Oct 2026 01:38:33 +0000High earners are reconsidering the strategy of maxing out their 401(k) retirement savings, exploring alternative options for growing their wealth. This shift is driven by factors such as potential tax rate changes, desire for more control over investments, and the closure of a familiar tax shelter for 50-plus workers due to a SECURE 2.0 provision.Why it mattersThe 401(k) has long been a staple of retirement savings for American workers, with millions relying on it to build their nest egg. However, high earners are now questioning whether maxing out their 401(k) is the best strategy, given chan