Get Ready for National 401(k) Day: Plan Your Financial Future

National 401(k) Day on September 5, 2025, is a fantastic opportunity to take control of your financial future.

Mark your calendars, Jacksonville! National 401(k) Day is just around the corner on Friday, September 5, 2025, the first Friday after Labor Day. At Davis Capital Management, we’re excited to celebrate this day by helping our community focus on the importance of saving for retirement through 401(k) plans.

Whether you’re new to the workforce or approaching retirement, National 401(k) Day is the perfect time to prioritize your financial goals and secure a comfortable future. Here’s why 401(k) plans matter and how our team at Davis Capital Management can guide you

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Why National 401(k) Day Matters

A 401(k) plan is one of the most powerful tools for building long-term wealth. Offered by many employers, it allows you to save a portion of your paycheck before taxes, invest it, and watch it grow through the power of compound interest. As a fiduciary wealth management firm in Jacksonville, Florida, Davis Capital Management is committed to helping you make the most of your 401(k) to achieve your retirement dreams. National 401(k) Day is a reminder to take charge of your savings and ensure you’re on track.

The earlier you start, the more you benefit. For example, contributing $200 a month from age 25 could grow to over $500,000 by age 65, assuming a 7% annual return. Wait until 35, and that same contribution might only reach $250,000. Time is your greatest asset, and our team is here to help you maximize it!

5 Tips to Maximize Your 401(k)

1. Start or Increase Your Contributions

If you’re not enrolled in your employer’s 401(k) plan, now’s the time to sign up. Our advisors at Davis Capital Management can help you determine the right contribution level to get the full employer match—it’s like free money! For 2025, the IRS allows contributions up to $23,500 annually (or $31,000 if you’re 50 or older). Even a small increase, like 1% of your salary, can make a significant impact over time.

2. Capture the Employer Match

Many Jacksonville employers match a portion of your 401(k) contributions, often up to 3-6% of your salary. For example, if you earn $60,000 and your employer offers a 4% match, that’s an extra $2,400 a year for your retirement. Our team can review your plan to ensure you’re not missing out on this benefit.

3. Diversify Your Investments

Your 401(k) likely offers a range of investment options, from stocks to bonds to target-date funds. At Davis Capital Management, we use a personalized approach, combining top-down macroeconomic analysis with bottom-up fundamental and technical analysis to build diversified portfolios tailored to your goals. Not sure where to start? We often recommend target-date funds for simplicity, which adjust investments based on your retirement timeline.

4. Review and Rebalance Regularly

National 401(k) Day is the perfect time to check your account with the help of our Certified Financial Planners™. Are your investments performing as expected? Is your asset allocation aligned with your risk tolerance? Our team in Jacksonville can help you rebalance your portfolio to stay on track, ensuring it reflects your unique financial situation.

5. Plan for Your Jacksonville Retirement

What does your dream retirement look like? Traveling, enjoying Jacksonville’s beaches, or pursuing new hobbies? Our advisors use tools like RightCapital to create customized financial plans that cover budgeting, investing, and risk management. We’ll help you estimate how much you’ll need and adjust your 401(k) contributions to achieve your vision.

Fun Facts About 401(k) Plans

  • Why 401(k)? The name comes from the section of the U.S. tax code that established these plans in 1978.
  • Tax Benefits: Contributions lower your taxable income, and earnings grow tax-deferred until withdrawal.
  • Catch-Up Contributions: If you’re 50 or older, you can contribute an extra $7,500 in 2025 to boost your savings.
 

How to Prepare for National 401(k) Day with Davis Capital Management

Get ready for September 5 with this checklist from your Jacksonville financial advisors:

  • Enroll in your employer’s 401(k) plan if you haven’t already.
  • Increase your contribution rate, even by just 1%.
  • Review your investment choices with our team and rebalance if needed.
  • Explore your plan’s features, like matching or Roth options, with our guidance.
  • Set a goal for your retirement savings and let us create a plan to get there.


If you don’t have a 401(k), our team at Davis Capital Management can explore alternatives like IRAs, which offer similar tax advantages. As a fiduciary, fee-only advisor, we’re committed to putting your interests first.

Your 401(k) is more than a savings account. It's your future.

Whether you’re just getting started or fine-tuning your retirement goals, we’ll help you create a strategy designed for you.

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