“Choosing between Roth and Traditional 401(k) in 22% bracket”

Item: Choosing between Roth and Traditional 401(k) in 22% bracket
Rating: 7
Author: u/Worth_Awareness3032

What Actually Happened

Maxed both accounts, prioritizing tax savings

What I wish I knew

"Tax implications of each option"

Advice to Someone Facing This Now

If I could tell you one thing

"Consider individual tax situation when choosing account type"

Regret Index

3/10

Significant downsides.
Complicated feelings about the outcome.

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Financial Category

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Same Outcome Band

32%

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