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Baby Step 4 Savings Explained

Baby Step 4 of the Ramsey Plan recommends saving 15% of your gross income for retirement. This guide explains how to structure those savings using a 401(k), Roth IRA, or taxable brokerage depending on your income, filing status, and employer plan access. Key rule: “Match beats Roth, Roth beats Pre-Tax.” Whether you're single or married, with or without a plan, there’s a strategy to fit your situation. Consult a financial advisor to create a plan that works for you.

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Baby Step 4 Savings Explained

SEP IRA vs. Solo 401(k)

For self-employed individuals and small business owners, SEP IRAs and Solo 401(k)s offer powerful, tax-advantaged retirement savings beyond traditional IRAs. SEP IRAs are simpler to set up and ideal for businesses with employees, while Solo 401(k)s allow higher contributions and catch-up options for owners with no employees. Each has unique rules and benefits—consult a Whitaker-Myers advisor to choose the best fit for your retirement goals.

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SEP IRA vs. Solo 401(k)

Additional Types of Insurance for Families and Individuals to Consider

Basic Insurance In addition to health, home, umbrella, and auto insurance, each family and most individuals should consider a few other...

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Additional Types of Insurance for Families and Individuals to Consider

Traditional 401(k) vs. Roth 401(k)

Saving for Retirement Many people have an opportunity to save for retirement through an employer-sponsored 401(k). This is a great way...

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Traditional 401(k) vs. Roth 401(k)

Roth IRAs and Backdoor Roth IRA Contributions

What is a Roth IRA A Roth IRA is an investment vehicle that allows people to save for retirement using after-tax dollars. Those dollars...

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Roth IRAs and Backdoor Roth IRA Contributions

Baby Step Motivation

A Quick Backstory People told me growing up that I needed debt in my life and that debt was good. “I can’t get a mortgage without a...

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Baby Step Motivation

Are you 59 ½ or Older and Still Working?

An In-Service Rollover Might Be Right for You Suppose you ever left an employer with a retirement plan you contributed to. In that case,...

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Are you 59 ½ or Older and Still Working?

Commonly Used Investing Terms That All Investors Should Know

Investing Terminology Overview Getting started with investing can be intimidating for many people simply because they do not understand...

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Commonly Used Investing Terms That All Investors Should Know

Employer-Sponsored Retirement Plan Options and Considerations for Terminated Employees

You recently left an employer where you were contributing to their 401(k), 403(b), or some other qualified retirement plan. Now what?...

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Employer-Sponsored Retirement Plan Options and Considerations for Terminated Employees

THE WASH SALE RULE

Rules for Investing Investing in the stock market can be profitable, but it also comes with several complexities and rules that investors...

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THE WASH SALE RULE

FACTS OVER FEAR FOR FINANCES

Despite all the apocalyptic talk these days, there are several reasons why the world is not ending financially.

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FACTS OVER FEAR FOR FINANCES

THE IMPORTANCE OF PORTFOLIO REBALANCING

Over time, the investments in a portfolio may shift, creating imbalances and potentially increasing risk.

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THE IMPORTANCE OF PORTFOLIO REBALANCING

Kelly Kranstuber

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