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EPISODE · Jun 6, 2026 · 51 MIN

Choices in Retirement Plans

from Winning in Retirement · host Akers Financial Group

Send us Fan MailBrian Akers and his son Noah, both financial advisors at Akers Financial Group, discuss the importance of retirement planning. They emphasize starting early, such as contributing to a 401(k) at age 21, to benefit from compounding. They explain the differences between pre-tax and Roth contributions, noting that Roth is better for younger individuals due to its tax-free growth. They also discuss the significance of maximizing employer matches and the potential to contribute to multiple plans. Additionally, they highlight the importance of understanding withdrawal rules, such as the age 59.5 penalty and the age 55 rule for certain plans.

Send us Fan Mail Brian Akers and his son Noah, both financial advisors at Akers Financial Group, discuss the importance of retirement planning. They emphasize starting early, such as contributing to a 401(k) at age 21, to benefit from compounding. They explain the differences between pre-tax and Roth contributions, noting that Roth is better for younger individuals due to its tax-free growth. They also discuss the significance of maximizing employer matches and the potential to contribute to ...

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