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Lorraine Bickes

Lorraine Bickes

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Can i contribute to an ira as an independent contractor?

Can i contribute to an ira as an independent contractor?

Traditional IRAs and Roth IRAs aren't exclusive to the self-employed, but people who work independently or who own their...

Do mutual funds perform better than etfs?

Do mutual funds perform better than etfs?

ETFs and index mutual funds tend to be generally more tax-efficient than actively managed funds. And in general, ETFs...

How much gold can a plane carry?

How much gold can a plane carry?

There is no tax on gold coins, medals or ingots, but these items must be declared to a Customs and Border Protection...

Is roth ira good for self-employed?

Is roth ira good for self-employed?

Simply put, Roth IRAs are particularly good for people who expect to pay a fairly high tax rate when they retire. That...

Is a self-directed ira protected from creditors?

Is a self-directed ira protected from creditors?

Fortunately, investors in self-directed IRA and 401 (k) enjoy some protection for their retirement assets against...

Can you only buy vanguard funds through vanguard?

Can you only buy vanguard funds through vanguard?

You must buy and sell Vanguard ETF shares through Vanguard Brokerage Services (we offer them commission-free) or through...

Is charles schwab self directed?

Is charles schwab self directed?

A Schwab PCRA is a self-directed brokerage account (SDBA) that is part of your employer-sponsored retirement plan. In...

How do i purchase vanguard etf?

How do i purchase vanguard etf?

Don't pay any commission when you buy or sell stocks and ETFs (exchange-traded funds) online on Vanguard. On the Vanguard ...

What are the types of ira?

What are the types of ira?

Contributions are made with after-tax funds and are not tax-deductible, but earnings and withdrawals are tax-exempt (SEP...

What companies do self-directed ira?

What companies do self-directed ira?

To start with, Rocket Dollar offers a simple and simplified process for both creating an account and managing your...

How does the irs monitor a self-directed ira?

How does the irs monitor a self-directed ira?

Depositaries of self-managed IRA accounts can help account holders avoid prohibited transactions, but they're not always...

How much of your portfolio should be etfs?

How much of your portfolio should be etfs?

Experts agree that, for most personal investors, a portfolio of 5 to 10 ETFs is perfect in terms of diversification. But...

Can you buy too many etfs?

Can you buy too many etfs?

The problem with having too many ETFs is that many of them have similar shares in the same sector and, in fact, do not...

Can you day trade in a self-directed ira?

Can you day trade in a self-directed ira?

Well, most people don't know that they can even trade during the day with their IRA or that some brokers have what's...

Do iras have creditor protection?

Do iras have creditor protection?

Individual retirement accounts (IRAs), including Roth IRAs, are not protected by the federal government under ERISA. The...

Is retirement money protected from lawsuit?

Is retirement money protected from lawsuit?

Retirement accounts established under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) of 1974 are generally protected ...

Is a 401k worth it for self-employed?

Is a 401k worth it for self-employed?

This version of the traditional 401 (k) plan offers the most savings potential for individual business owners. A 401 (k)...

What is the role of an ira custodian?

What is the role of an ira custodian?

It is the depositary's responsibility to execute investment decisions made by the owner of the IRA and to ensure that all ...

Is it better to invest in 401k or mutual fund?

Is it better to invest in 401k or mutual fund?

A 401 (k) is an employer-sponsored, tax-deferred retirement plan. The employer chooses the 401 (k) investment portfolio,...

Are iras protected from creditors by state?

Are iras protected from creditors by state?

Non-ERISA plans aren't always protected. Depending on the state you live in, your IRA and other non-ERISA plans may or...

Convert IRA into Gold

Convert IRA into Gold

We've put together this page to give information about "Convert IRA into Gold" and the best service providers for the...

Is a traditional ira ever better?

Is a traditional ira ever better?

A Roth IRA or 401 (k) makes more sense if you're certain to have a higher income when you retire than you are now. If you ...

Can the irs audit an ira?

Can the irs audit an ira?

Yes, the Internal Revenue Service can audit your IRA and, yes, you need the best auditing protection for your...

Do i need a vanguard account to buy vanguard etfs?

Do i need a vanguard account to buy vanguard etfs?

You need a Vanguard brokerage account to trade stocks and ETFs (exchange-traded funds), including the ability to Convert...

Which retirement plan is best for self employed?

Which retirement plan is best for self employed?

A traditional IRA or a Roth IRA are best for people with relatively low self-employment incomes. SEP IRAs work best for...

Are iras protected from judgment?

Are iras protected from judgment?

There are no federal protections to protect your IRA from seizure in a lawsuit. No one expects them to demand it, but it...