A listener asks: For work, I have the option of a traditional 401(k) and a post-tax 401(k). How do I determine which one is right for me?

The answer is: It depends. This episode breaks down three ways to think about the Roth vs. Traditional 401(k), along with two bonus considerations for Roth IRAs.

Q&A: Should I Choose the Roth or Traditional 401(k) at Work?

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It's a place to get well-researched, forward-thinking investment ideas that move the world to a better place. And it's a place to let your guard down - to finally feel like you can live in your feminine AND be financially successful.

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About the Host: Diana Richey is a nationally recognized personal finance expert. She is passionate about helping women take control of their finances and invest in conscious companies. As a financial planner and tax lawyer with over a decade of experience, she has represented multinational corporations, investment funds, and high-net-worth individuals on matters ranging from international tax planning to charitable giving to cryptocurrency tax compliance. Diana earned a B.A. with honors from The University of Chicago and a J.D., cum laude, from Boston University School of Law. She is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®), Project Management Professional (PMP®), trained mediator, and FINRA arbitrator. She sits on the Board of Nature and Culture International, a 501(c)(3) dedicated to preserving wild places. She lives in Jackson Hole, Wyoming with her husband and dog.

LEGAL, INVESTMENT AND TAX NOTICE: This information is not intended to be and should not be treated as legal advice, investment advice or tax advice. The reader should under no circumstances rely upon this information as a substitute for obtaining specific legal or tax advice from their own legal or tax advisors.