Stop 401k Fees from Eating Your Savings!

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401k fees can cost tens of thousands of dollars in retirement savings over your lifetime. Hidden fees. Service fees. Registration fees. It doesn’t seem like much, but enough of them over time will consume your bottom line. Learn what the different fees are in your 401k and how to avoid them.

Unlocking the Secrets of FIRE: What You Need to Know

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If you read any personal finance blogs or listen to any personal finance podcasts, you’ve probably heard of the FIRE movement. We set about finding the truth about the FIRE movement.

11 Powerful Ways to Grow Your Wealth From Zero to One Million

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If you want to become a millionaire, it’s entirely possible and easier than you think. No snake oil or voodoo here, just 11 legit ways to make one million dollars.

Redefine Your Retirement: How to Retire Early and Live Life on Your Own Terms

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Social security can be a relic of the past by the time Millennials reach the age of eligibility. We all need to take our retirement into our own hands. You don’t have to spend the whole prime of your life slaving for the man. The word retirement has many definitions, we’ll look at the new face of retirement.

403(b) vs 401(k): Which Plan Retirement Plan is Better?

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On your first day of your new job, you get handed a stack of papers about the companies retirement plan and you are undoubtedly confused. Don’t worry, we’ve all been there. What are the differences between a 403b vs 401k? Let’s find out.

How To Retire: What To Do With Your Time And Money

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We spent years accumulating money for retirement, but when we finally get there what do you do. Learn how to retire and what to do with your time and money.

Roll Overs, Horse Races and Backdoor Roth IRA Strategy’s

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Yeah, backdoor Roth IRA sounds pretty badass – badass but complicated.  Many of us have tossed around the idea of having a traditions IRA or a Roth but what if you can have the best of both worlds? There are not many times in life that allow us to have our cake and also to eat it, but this is one of those times.

The 401K Loan: What You Need to Know about Using One This Year

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Your 401k is meant to fund your retirement. But you can withdraw money from it earlier. Is borrowing against your 401K ever a good idea?

A Simple Guide to Building Wealth

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Building wealth can be like losing weight. It’s not always easy, but it is simple. We’ll show you the keys to building wealth.

Secret to Investment Success: How Ray Dalio’s All Weather Portfolio Works

The All Weather Portfolio and The Golden Butterfly

We’re putting two portfolios head to head. When it comes to the All Weather Portfolio versus the Golden Butterfly, which comes out on top?

Retirement Spending: How to Stretch Every Dollar and Live Comfortably

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Most of us dream of retirement, sleeping in, no commute, all of our days will belong to us, and we can use them to do whatever we want. For those into the FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement, retirement might be just around the corner. For those planning to retire at the traditional age of 65, it might be decades away.

The 401k Rollover Playbook: Maximize Your Retirement Nest Egg with Confidence

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A 401k is an investment account to which most people begin contributing through an employer. The account allows you to dip your toe in the world of investments while saving money toward your eventual retirement. But when you leave that company you may need to do a 401k rollover.

Be Your Own Bank With The Infinite Banking Concept

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If you’ve ever heard of using your whole life insurance policy like a savings account to borrow against, then you’ve heard of the Infinite Banking Concept.

What the F**k Are Annuities?

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Annuities are not exactly transparent and neither are the people selling them. They are almost always a terrible investment and when we explain what the f**k are Annuities, you will understand why and stay far away from them. 

How To Retire Early with Mr. Money Mustache

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No one wants to work forever and retirement at 65 isn’t good enough. Early retirement is the goal. If you want to learn how to retire early, keep reading.

How to Reduce Taxable Income With Advanced IRA Strategies

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Taxes are a big expense for most of us but there are plenty of ways to save. We’ll show you how to reduce your taxable income legally.

HSAs: The Ultimate Tax-Advantaged Account for Your Portfolio

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Health insurance is so complicated. We deep dive into HSA plans so you can get the most out of your health care dollars.

Diversifying Your Retirement With Alternative Assets

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We talk about portfolio diversity to insulate from risk. But if you want to ramp up returns, consider diversifying your retirement with alternative assets.

Tax-Efficient Retirement Withdrawal Strategies for a Worry-Free Life

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Death and taxes. I thought about the most depressing way to start this article, and mentioning those two inevitabilities was it. Okay, not really, but keeping them in mind is extremely important when thinking about tax-efficient retirement withdrawal strategies (and how to make your retirement savings last).

The Best IRA Accounts for Your Retirement Plan

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Baffled by what the best IRA accounts for your retirement plan are? Discover how to pick the best one by asking yourself these essential questions.

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