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Jan 2025
30m 48s

How To Maximize Your 401(k) Strategy!

BRIAN PRESTON AND BO HANSON
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"I’m 31. My 401(k) lets me pick a percentage for Roth and a percentage for Pre-Tax contributions. I have $7k in a Roth IRA, and plan to max out 401(k) and Roth IRA next year! My 401(k) match is 8% Pre-Tax. How do I pick my Roth percentage?" We'll walk you through that question and more in today's Q&A episode! Jump start your journey with our FREE financ ... Show More
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