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A couple I know made a $400k home decision. It cost them $1.6 million.
Sep 07, 2025

A couple I know made a $400k home decision. It cost them $1.6 million.

Most people think it's a lifestyle choice. They don't realize it's a multi-million dollar wealth decision that can delay retirement by years. Here's the math they miss.

Marcel Miu, CFA, CFP
Marcel Miu, CFA, CFP
Financial PlanningFinancial Planning
How the Mega Backdoor Roth 401(k) Eliminates Tax Drag on Retirement Savings
Aug 03, 2025

How the Mega Backdoor Roth 401(k) Eliminates Tax Drag on Retirement Savings

Tax drag quietly erodes returns year after year. A Mega Backdoor Roth lets you shelter more money and keep millions compounding tax-free.

Marcel Miu, CFA, CFP
Marcel Miu, CFA, CFP
Financial PlanningFinancial Planning
What Is Sequence of Returns Risk in Early Retirement and How Do You Manage It?
Jun 15, 2025

What Is Sequence of Returns Risk in Early Retirement and How Do You Manage It?

Retiring in your 40s or 50s means decades without Social Security. Here’s why market timing risk is so dangerous and how to protect against it.

Marcel Miu, CFA, CFP
Marcel Miu, CFA, CFP
Financial PlanningFinancial Planning
What Is a Non-Qualified Deferred Compensation (NQDC) Plan and How Does It Work?
Jun 01, 2025

What Is a Non-Qualified Deferred Compensation (NQDC) Plan and How Does It Work?

NQDC plans let you defer more income, grow it pre-tax, and shift payouts into lower-tax years. Here’s how they compare to investing post-tax.

Marcel Miu, CFA, CFP
Marcel Miu, CFA, CFP
Financial PlanningFinancial Planning
Should You Rent or Sell Your Home With a 3 Percent Mortgage?
Apr 12, 2025

Should You Rent or Sell Your Home With a 3 Percent Mortgage?

A low mortgage rate feels like a win, but rental math, tax rules, and hidden costs tell a different story. Here’s what to weigh before deciding.

Marcel Miu, CFA, CFP
Marcel Miu, CFA, CFP
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