Roth vs Pre-Tax for High Earners: How to Decide Without Guessing

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You can make a lot of money and still feel unsure about one basic question. Should you put retirement dollars into Roth or pre-tax? It sounds like a simple choice. It isn’t. Because the “best” answer depends on what you earn now, how you earn it, what you can deduct, and what your future tax…

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Automate Your Finances Without Losing Control: Guardrails for High Earners

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Automation sounds like freedom. Bills paid. Savings handled. Taxes set aside. No scrambling. No late fees. No “where did my money go” moment at the end of the month. But if you’re a high earner, automation can also feel… risky. Because your income might swing. Your taxes might surprise you. Your “normal” month could include…

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Waiting on a Refund? You Might Be Missing Better Tax Savings Moves

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You get to April, you file, and then you wait. And wait. If you’re a high-income earner in medicine, that refund can feel like a small win. A little relief. A moment where you think, I guess I did something right. But here’s the twist. A refund often means you overpaid during the year. The…

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