Retirement Basics
What is a spousal IRA?
The spousal IRA allows a spouse who did not have earned income to contribute to an IRA.
What is a deferred annuity?
Despite its advantages, a deferred annuity has some clear drawbacks, some of which are substantial.
What is a backdoor Roth IRA?
If you want to open a Roth IRA and make too much money to do so, don’t fret.
What is vesting?
The money from your employer match may be required to vest, potentially for years, before it becomes entirely yours.
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