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Oct 2020
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211: How Does the 401(k) Work?

CHRIS BROWNING
About this episode
The 401(k) can seem confusing and like you will never understand how they work.  In this episode I will break down the rules of the 401(k) and some details you should know. It's Hispanic Heritage Month and I wanted to take a moment to acknowledge the Latinx experts that have been a part of Popcorn Finance. Click the link below to check out their work and to ... Show More
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