Ditch 401K at W2 to create more cash on hand?

[Greg Maden]

Hello, 

Would like to get some advice on the thought of ditching my 401K at my W2 in order to create more cash on hand month to month. I am at the beginning of my real estate investor journey, I am currently house hacking and am looking for my 2nd property. My goal is to retire in 5 years from the W2 so would it make sense to stop the 401K? I am currently putting in about $400 a month in to it and there is a company match. I have enough cash for a decent down payment but thinking more cash is always a good thing. Would love to gain some insight from others. 

[Connor Dunham]

You're better off keeping the match and then pay the early withdrawal penalty. Also worth noting: you can put back what you took out if it's within 60 days.