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PIITB415
02/16/18 11:38:15 AM
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I just opened an IRA and I have the option to max out last year's 2017 by April 15th. Should I do this? If yes, why?
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PIITB415
02/16/18 11:38:50 AM
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Fyi I have already paid my 2017 taxes
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Shelhamer92
02/16/18 11:42:19 AM
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If you can, yes, do it. The more money you have in, the better the compound interest over time.
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EndOfDiscOne
02/16/18 11:45:31 AM
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I wouldn't say it's as big of a deal as it would be if it were a traditional IRA and you were able to make deductible payments. But still, might as well if you have the money.
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Darkman124
02/16/18 11:46:50 AM
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yes, as the alternative is investing that money in an acct that can be subject to taxes on your earnings

ROTH IRA contribs' earnings are tax free
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PIITB415
02/16/18 12:26:31 PM
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