As preparation for 2010, I’ve spent some time updating automated contributions to various retirement, education, and cash savings accounts. Here’s the breakdown – My Retirement Accounts – 403(b) – Monthly amount = $1375 A percentage of pre-tax income is deducted from each monthly paycheck. Roth IRA – Monthly amount = $312.50 My goal is to make the maximum allowable contribution…
Author: NCN
Financial Priorities And Principles
I think it’s important to focus on simple, achievable goals. As such, here are my top five financial priorities and principles – Priorities – I will maintain adequate cash reserves, sufficient to replace my income for 12 months. I will remain debt free, paying upfront for all purchases. I will save for retirement, focusing on both pretax and after-tax accounts.…
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I’ve been away from blogging for a few weeks, busy with work. I want to thank those of you who reached out to say “hi” via Twitter or email. You guys rock. Things have settled down now and I should be back to my normal blogging routine. A few weeks ago, MBH from Mighty Bargain Hunter reached out to me…