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Can a Taxable Account Beat a 401(k)?

  • Tax-Sheltered retirement plans, like 401s, provide benefits such as automatic investments and tax breaks for contributions and compounding.
  • High administrative costs and poor investment options can reduce the benefits of 401s, affecting their tax-saving features.
  • Investors should consider their tax situations and 401 quality when choosing account types to fund.
  • Taxable accounts may be favorable for those in high tax brackets at retirement due to better tax treatment on distributions.
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Can a Taxable Account Beat a 401(k)?

Being advised to max out your 401(k)is Personal Finance 101. But is that universally solid guidance?

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The Hamilton Spectator broke the news in Hamilton, Canada on Tuesday, October 7, 2025.
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