The Only 7 Investment Decisions That Matter

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You know that you’re “supposed” to be investing, but how are you supposed to do it right? In this post we’re going to go in-depth on the only 7 investment decisions that matter so that you can focus on what’s important, ignore everything that isn’t, and use investing as a powerful tool for reaching your most important long-term goals.Read more…

Traditional vs. Roth IRA: The Unconventional Wisdom

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The conventional wisdom is that if you’re young or in a low tax bracket, you should contribute to a Roth IRA. But there are some flawed assumptions there, and the whole Traditional vs. Roth IRA debate looks a lot different when you actually run the numbers. Here’s the truth so that you can make a more informed decision for yourself.Read more…

How to Choose the Right Investment Account

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The right investment account can make all the difference, but the right one for you depends on the specifics of your situation. This post walks you through the pros and cons of each one so that you know exactly which retirement accounts will help you get the most out of your savings, allowing you to reach financial independence as soon as possible.Read more…

Finding the Silver Linings in a Lower Income

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My wife and I didn’t make all that much money in 2014, mostly because I’ve spent the year starting my business. And while everyone likes to make money, there are some silver linings to having a year with lower income. We’re taking advantage of our lower income in two specific ways, both of which will save us money on taxes years down the line.Read more…

3 More Unconventional Reasons to Contribute to a Traditional IRA

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In the past couple of weeks, we’ve talked about some unconventional wisdom in the Traditional vs. Roth IRA debate showing a big potential benefit of a Traditional IRA that isn’t often discussed. We then countered that with an article looking at 5 reasons a Roth IRA might be right for you. If those two weren’t enough to make your head… Read more

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