How Does a Pension Plan Work?

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Because the defined benefit pension plan is less common today than the 401(k) plan, there’s general confusion about how pension plans actually work.  The defining difference is that a pension plan promises a specific benefit (such as monthly income) to participants, while a 401(k) plan has no such guarantee. Unlike a 401(k) plan, a defined benefit pension plan [...]


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