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Friday, April 30

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💡 INSIGHT OF THE DAY: Due to contribution limits, it's tough to become a millionaire by only investing in an IRA. If you contributed the maximum $6,000 annually and earned 7% on average, it would take you 37 years to reach $1 million. Bottom line: An IRA is good to have, but a 401(k) will help you get there faster if your employer offers one.

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