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Three Roth IRA mistakes to avoid this year

Three Roth IRA mistakes to avoid this year


The Roth IRA (individual retirement account) is loaded with attractive benefits that can make it a bit easier to fund a tax-free lifestyle later. Unfortunately, the road to success isn’t always easy if you don’t truly understand how a Roth IRA works and how you can maximize your perks. 

If you’re just getting started with a Roth IRA or have no idea how to take full advantage of it, here are some common mistakes to avoid this year if you want to tap into its wealth-building potential. Don’t let these blunders keep you away from the retirement of your dreams.

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Gordon Fox is the editor of investinglate.com and writes about Investments, Savings, and how to make the most of your money