<p>We all define retirement differently. For most, it probably involves an island somewhere, a hammock, a good book, and a glass of wine sitting next to you as you relax for the first time in a long time. In this episode, paper asset experts discuss why for so many people across the globe this is a dream they’ll never realize, and how the 401(k) was never de ... Show More
Oct 2021
244: Finance Friday: Why a $1M Retirement Goal Isn’t Far Fetched For Late Starters
Retirement planning can be complicated when you have so many options to choose from. Do you stick with the Roth IRA, the 401k, the Roth 401k, your employee pension plan, or solely invest in stocks and real estate? With all these different types of accounts and their numerous bene ... Show More
1h 2m
Nov 2021
246: Finance Friday: I Want to Cash Out My 401k Early, Should I?
“Should I cash out my 401k?” That’s a question you never want to ask in an online financial independence forum. It’s been a well-known rule to never cash out retirement accounts due to withdrawal penalties, tax implications, and the possibility of throwing away your retirement pl ... Show More
1h 19m
Oct 2022
341: Money with Katie’s Middle-Class Myths and The Great Roth vs. 401K Debate
Katie Gatti Tassin from Money with Katie had her “financial awakening” earlier than most. She saw the middle-class wealth trap of working, spending, and repeating for what it really was. This cash-gobbling cycle is one that many Americans fall into, but once you see the light, it ... Show More
1h 4m
Feb 2024
503: How to Keep MORE of Your Inheritance From the IRS (Avoid These Tax Mistakes!)
With solid tax planning, receiving an inheritance could provide an enormous boost on your journey to financial freedom. One misstep, on the other hand, and you could be lining Uncle Sam’s pockets. Fortunately, we’ve brought on a tax professional to help you keep as much of your n ... Show More
44m 22s
Feb 2023
386: How to Build Wealth While Working for Tips
Look up any “how to retire early” guide online, and you’ll see some basic information: invest in your 401(k), take advantage of your employer match, buy real estate, and invest the rest in index funds. While this type of advice is by no means wrong, it’s geared almost entirely to ... Show More
1h 6m