Adam Hayes, Ph.D., CFA, is a financial writer with 15+ years Wall Street experience as a derivatives trader. Besides his extensive derivative trading expertise, Adam is an expert in economics and ...

401(k) forfeiture occurs if you leave a job before being fully vested. Employer contributions vest according to schedules, with many employers using cliff vesting or graded vesting. To avoid losing ...

Expansionary fiscal policies include increased federal spending, reduced taxes, and direct payments. Issues like inflation and budget deficits often arise from these policies. Despite drawbacks, these ...

Troy Segal is an editor and writer. She has 20+ years of experience covering personal finance, wealth management, and business news. Thomas J Catalano is a CFP and Registered Investment Adviser with ...