It's a "no-brainer" for "anyone in their 20s," says Eustache Clerveaux, a certified financial planner and senior analyst at Hudson Financial Group.
This includes Roth 401(k)s. But for younger workers who don't have access to a workplace plan, a Roth IRA can be a great way to start building wealth.
Like a 401(k), Roth IRA contributions benefit from compound interest, where your money and its returns grow together over time.
Younger investors are less likely to hit Roth IRA income limitsOne key reason to start investing in your 20s is that you're more likely to qualify for a Roth IRA.
This makes it an ideal time to pay taxes upfront on Roth IRA contributions.
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Hudson Financial, Roth IRA
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South Carolina, Florida