My employer provides a match (up to 3%) when I contribute to their sponsored 401k. I don't like contributing because I know the return is not as good on the 401k as it is on my B&H properties. I'm contemplating di...

As soon as I started my Corporate job, I was told like many others to max out my 401k contributions to take advantage of my Employer match (100% first 3%, 50% next 2%). So I've been contributing 5% the last 5 years. B...

I currently work at your typical 8-5 office job. They offer 401(k)s with a match just like every other corporate job. Since being interested in REI, I’ve heard from multiple different sources that 401(k)s are not the ...

Hello Everyone,Im not sure if this is a stupid question to ask, but I am generally curious about the subject and would like to know what is the best step to take. Should I cancel my 401k?To give you a little backgroun...

Hi everyone,Starting in May I'll be able to contribute to my day job's 401k; up to 3% will be fully matched and then 50 cents for the next 2% (I plan to fully max out).  I will become fully vested I believe too.  I do...

I definitely want to make good progress this year. What can I say, I've been bit by the real estate bug and it's addicting! Here's what I'm planning to do to reach my goals (save downpayment for #3, maybe #4 if I'm lu...

Hi everyone,Just as a quick backdrop: I am a 23 year old working a full time office job and contributing 8% (4% traditional, 4% Roth) to my 401k, and getting 4% matched by my company.What I am wondering is if I should...

I recently listened to the podcast GRE (Get Rich Education with Keith Weinhold) and his guest was Ted Benna, who has been credited to being the father of the 401K. (Here is the link to the episode for any who are inte...

Afternoon BP Community. Listening to several podcasts and reading many blog articles, there is a constant debate on whether someone should contribute to a 401K or take those contributions and direct them to RE. Unless...

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I am curious to gather collective thoughts and opinions on IRA and 401k investing. Some people believe they should continue due to company matching as well as invest in IRA for tax s...