In this episode, Retirement 101, we demystify the complexities of retirement accounts, covering the most common types: Traditional and Roth IRAs, 401(k)s, and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs). While we can’t cover every retirement account in detail, we focus on the main options most families are likely to encounter.
From contribution limits and tax implications to withdrawal rules and more, we break down each retirement account’s key features to help you make informed decisions about your financial future. Whether you’re just starting to plan for retirement or fine-tuning your existing strategy, this episode offers valuable insights to guide your journey.
Disclaimer: This episode provides educational content about how retirement accounts work and is not financial advice. For comprehensive information, consult your retirement account provider, HR department, or the IRS website.
Handy-Dandy Retirement Account Comparison Charts
SHOW NOTES
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IRS info on Traditional IRA tax deduction limits:
https://www.irs.gov/retirement-plans/2023-ira-deduction-limits-effect-of-modified-agi-on-deduction-if-you-are-covered-by-a-retirement-plan-at-work
General IRS info on Traditional IRAs:
https://www.irs.gov/retirement-plans/traditional-iras
Roth IRA contribution limits:
https://www.irs.gov/retirement-plans/amount-of-roth-ira-contributions-that-you-can-make-for-2023
General IRS info on Roth IRAs:
https://www.irs.gov/retirement-plans/roth-iras
General IRS info on 401(k)s:
https://www.irs.gov/retirement-plans/401k-plans
List of reimbursable purchases with HSA:https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/p502.pdf
https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/p502.pdf
General IRS info on HSAs: