Investing: Layman's Terms

The 3rd Decade Podcast

The 3rd Decade Podcast
Investing: Layman's Terms
Jul 13, 2022 Season 2 Episode 44
3rd Decade

In this episode, Nikita covers all the basics of understanding investing. Many people struggle to differentiate different account names and tax treatment. This is a great starting place to build a solid foundation in your investment knowledge.

Topics covered:

  • What we consider "investing for retirement"
  • Account types (401(k), 403(b), 457(b), IRA, Roth IRA)
  • Tax-treatment (Roth vs. Traditional)
  • General guidelines for how much to invest
  • Notoriously low-fee custodians