Whether you’ve just started your first corporate gig, or if you’ve just been thinking about securing your future, you’ve probably heard the term “401(k)” thrown around a lot, and how you should open one that’s being offered through your workplace. So what is a 401(k) exactly? 401(k) in a Nutshell Having the (k) in its […]
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Self-Directed 401K Plans Broken Down and Explained
A self-directed 401K lets you invest as you see fit. You can choose your own mutual funds, stocks and bonds rather than sticking to the pre-made funds typically associated with a retirement savings account. You can even invest in more unconventional assets like real estate and commodities if your employer allows it. The types of […]
Should You Opt Out of a 401K and into a Self-Directed 401K?
Many of those reading this article will hopefully know what a self-directed IRA is, but we’re here to talk about what exactly the lesser-known self-directed 401K is, and why you should think about opting in for one. A self-directed 401K is essentially the same thing as a regular 401K, it’s a retirement savings account. The […]