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3 Little-Known Ways to Avoid Taxes on CDs

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The only thing that would make this moment better is if you didn't have to pay taxes on your CD earnings. Depending on your tax rate, that could cut out a sizable portion of your earnings. But not all CD holders will pay taxes on their interest. But if it's not used for a qualified medical expense, you'll pay a penalty tax.

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100 Reasons Why Your Financial Advisor Should Not Use Mutual Funds

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Market: The stock market is made up of thousands of choices and one easy way to gain exposure to it is via mutual funds. Costs/Expenses : ETFs typically have lower expense ratios compared to mutual funds. Tax Efficiencies : ETFs are generally more tax-efficient than mutual funds.

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Why My Portfolio Has $275,000 in Cash

The Motley Fool

Even with a decent income, I can't cover my household's costs of living and two kids' college educations at the same time, just from a paycheck. I've since contributed to those accounts every year, generally striving to max out my state's tax deduction over the course of a year. This is because the market can fall as well as rise.

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I Absolutely Prefer an IRA to a 401k for Retirement Savings. Here's Why.

The Motley Fool

When you enroll in an employer's 401(k) plan, you're generally given a "menu" of investment funds to choose from -- usually a few dozen at most. While some 401(k) plans offer excellent index funds and mutual funds, my IRA allows me to invest in virtually any stock, bonds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), or mutual funds I want.

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Is the Temu Hype Warranted?

The Motley Fool

Dan Otter is the founder of 403bwise.org, a not-for-profit website dedicated to educating teachers about retirement plans. Tell us a little bit about 403bwise.org and how it's a non-profit that is really dedicated to educating teachers about saving for retirement. For years, educators asked us. Dan Otter: Sure. It made me mad.

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Why I Plan to Pull Money Out of Stocks in 2024

The Motley Fool

While I pride myself on living below my means, the math simply doesn't work out for me to be able to cash flow two simultaneous college educations and cover my costs of living from salary alone. Those plans allow you to put money to work that is after tax from a Federal perspective but potentially tax deductible from a state perspective.

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The Unfortunate Truth About Maxing Out Your 401(k)

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The high contribution limit -- $23,000 in 2024 (or $30,500 for those 50 and older) -- provides most investors with a substantial amount of tax-advantaged savings. Your investment options are limited Most 401(k) plans offer a limited set of ETFs or mutual funds where you can invest your contributions. Image source: Getty Images.