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PRPro

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Oct 01, 2006 2:00 PM ET    Quote  Report Abuse
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Hi Fellow Entrepreneurs,

I`d love to get your opinion of saving in a SEP-IRA vs. a traditional IRA as a sole proprietor. What are your thoughts?

Thanks,

Melanie



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Will2008

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Apr 09, 2008 2:35 PM ET    Quote  Report Abuse
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Hello,
A SEP IRA could allow you to contribute much more than a Traditional IRA, depending on your income.  If you have employees or plan on hiring employees in the future, a SEP IRA would require you to contribute a percentage equal to that of the percentage you contribute for your benefit.  For example, if you contribute 10% or your salary, you must contribute 10% of each full time employees salary for their benefit.  There are also administrative fees with a SEP that Traditional IRAs do not have.  If you would like further information, please contact me at wsmoltino@optonline.net.  Good luck in your business!
 
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Will
Debs5

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Apr 12, 2008 1:22 AM ET    Quote  Report Abuse
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There are also Simple IRA`s for small business which you could offer to employees. You would match their contribution, if they elect to participate, up to a max of 3% of their gross income. Here is article you can read that can tell you more. 
MrLiquidity

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Sep 06, 2008 11:01 AM ET    Quote  Report Abuse
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Melanie,

I take a radically different approach when I advise entrepreneurs on personal financial planning matters.  I firmly believe that entrepreneurs have a wonderful ability to create and grow wealth.  As a result, I strongly recommend that business owners and entrepreneurs make use of non retirement vehicles that offer greater liquidity.  As an entrepreneur myself, I am willing to sacrifice tax deductions today so that I can have easy access to my money - even before age 59 1/2.  If you believe in your ability to grow your business, keeping your money more accessible all throughout your entrepreneurial career just might make more sense. 

Saving money is important, but consider avoiding IRA`s and SEP`s and Solo 401(k)`s.  Other options include regular old brokerage accounts or even maximum funded life insurance policies.  I have built my practice on liquidity planning for entrepreneurs.  I have a resource site that you can check out if you would like: The Entrepreneur`s Dream Financial Plan: http://www.EDFPlan.com

Read through some of the blogs and you will hear some stories that might get you thinking.  Let me know your thoughts if you have a moment.

To your success!

Cash is King!


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Brad Fisher
aka Mr. Liquidity
President, Fisher Wealth Management, LLC
Founder, The Entrepreneur`s Dream Financial Plan
PRPro

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Sep 07, 2008 7:39 PM ET    Quote  Report Abuse
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Thanks for all of your input everyone!
Melanie


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CEO, Rembrandt Communications®, LLC
Visit www.rembrandtwrites.com for valuable PR tips and SEO copywriting help!
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