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401(k), IRA, and Roth IRA: Understanding the Differences
When planning for your financial future, it's crucial to understand the different types of accounts available to you. Each account serves a different purpose, offers unique tax benefits, and plays a role in your overall investment strategy. In this post, we'll explore the differences between an IRA, Roth IRA, retirement accounts (like a 401(k)), and brokerage accounts, and when you might want to use each one.
From $26K to Millionaire: Dr. Annie Cole’s Blueprint for Financial Freedom
In this episode of The Digital Executive, host Brian Thomas welcomes Dr. Annie Cole, a financial educator and expert money coach dedicated to helping women take charge of their finances. Founder of Money Essentials for Women and author of 101 Ways to Build Wealth in Your Thirties, Annie shares her incredible journey from a $26,000-a-year social worker to a self-made millionaire by her 30s.
Want to Retire Early? Here are Five Ways to Make it Happen
Most people grow up, get a job, get handed a retirement account, and meet with their retirement rep about once a year. And, they go to work wishing for an early retirement, but never actually knowing HOW to make it happen. Well, I'm here to tell you that early retirement is possible! You just need the right strategy to get you there.
10 Ways to Invest More on a Tight Budget
Looking for simple ways to cut expenses and put more money towards your investment accounts? Here are 10 easy tips you can take action on today.
Investing 101: What Am I Actually Investing In?
As someone who's new to the stock market, you might be seeing a lot of unusual terms thrown around - from stocks to ETFs, mutual funds, and bonds. What exactly are all of these things - and which ones should you invest in? Here's a breakdown of some of the most common investments available and their pros and cons.
How Much Do I Need to Invest to Retire Early?
Here's something that you might not know: It only takes $500 a month to retire a millionaire (and that's if you started from scratch at age 35!). If you started even sooner? It will take less than that to reach millionaire status by the time you retire. But is $1 million enough to cover your expenses for all of your retirement? Just how much does it take to not only cover your retirement, but cover early retirement?