Lucas and Luna examine the mechanics of employer-sponsored 401k plans, from matching formulas and vesting schedules to target-date funds and Roth options. Each episode dissects a single aspect of retirement saving: how compounding works on a 30-year timeline, the tax implications of pre-tax vs. Roth contributions, and the behavioral pitfalls that lead to early withdrawals. Lucas explains the regulatory landscape—ERISA fiduciary rules, nondiscrimination testing, and automatic enrollment trends—while Luna presses for real-world examples: how a 26-year-old earning $55,000 should allocate her first 401k, or what happens to a plan when a startup gets acquired. The show is built for employees who want to maximize their employer match and understand their plan's fine print, as well as HR professionals and financial advisors who need to stay current on plan design and participant outcomes. Expect a fact-driven conversation that weighs the Vanguard vs. Fidelity index fund options, compares safe harbor vs. traditional matching, and calculates the true cost of cashing out a 401k early. Lucas and Luna never assume prior knowledge, but they never dumb it down either. By the end of each episode, you'll know exactly what questions to ask your benefits team—and whether your current savings rate is enough to retire at 67.

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