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Feb 6, 2025 27 min

Fund Your 401k First...Not Beyonce'

from Financial Flex Hosted by Alexandra Offor

Want to build long-term wealth? In this episode of Financial Flex with Lex, we’re diving into the importance of contributing to your company’s 401(k). With 70% of Americans participating but only 47% of Gen Z, many are missing out on key retirement benefits. Learn how 401(k) plans work, the power of employer matching, and why starting early can make all the difference. Tune in to avoid common mistakes and take control of your financial future today! Research Links https://www.healthcare.gov/glossary/federal-poverty-level-fpl/ https://www.ssa.gov/faqs/en/questions/KA-01903.html https://www.missionsq.org/products-and-services/iras/ira-vs-brokerage-account-whats-the-difference.html https://www.investopedia.com/articles/retirement/09/vehicles-save-retirement.asp#toc-saving-for-retirement-via-a-brokerage-account https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/investing/retirement-statistics#:~:text=Average%20401(k)%20employer%20contribution%3A%204.6%25,-Probably%20the%20best&text=The%20most%20common%20formula%2C%20according,to%206%25%20of%20their%20salary. https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/irs-tax-tips https://www.nerdwallet.com/calculator/compound-interest-calculator?utm_source=goog&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=bk_mktg_paid_092723_banking_dsa_desktop&utm_term=&utm_content=ta&mktg_place=aud-2377396332702:dsa-2206538784443&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAtYy9BhBcEiwANWQQL6-XJpevs4Gr0obgZ-EH9FN6yuSyTKl5JO8eVMgArNqDvyaCeBqIWRoCAAgQAvD_BwE

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