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Seven Retirement Lessons Learned

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I have been since April 7, 2010. I did deal with this one as soon as possible by moving it in kind to a taxable IRA – so I could take advantage of the Net Unrealized Value taxation rules. However, I haven’t learned this lesson too well, as I still have the second plan, which is a 401K. I’m retired!

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Carnival of Personal Finance #316- Family Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

When I was in Asia in April I was reminded that many people in this world aren’t given the option to choose. Kevin Mulligan from RothIRA.com’s Retirement Planning Blog tells us how to Take Advantage of Retirement Accounts for a Side Business. Crystal from Stupid Cents talks 401k Allocation and where to put your money.

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Carnival of Financial Planning – Money Management Edition #231

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Welcome to the April 6, 2012 Edition #231 of the Carnival of Financial Planning. Kyle presents Enter to Win our April iPad Mania Giveaway! For most people, contributions to traditional tax-advantaged plans will probably provide a higher net present value over their lifetimes.” The Skilled Investor , Editor.

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