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Lincoln, NE 68516

Baer Goff Financial Services

(402) 467-6111

 

Choosing between a Roth 401(k) and a Traditional 401(k) often comes down to one key question: when do you expect to pay a lower tax rate? Use this calculator to compare the potential future values of each account type based on your contribution amount, time horizon, expected rate of return, and tax rates.

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Remember, these results are hypothetical and for illustrative purposes only and do not represent the performance of any specific investment.

$0 $100,000
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Results

Future Value of Roth 401(k)
$ 883,609
Future Value of Traditional 401(k)
$ 1,132,832
After-Tax Value of Traditional 401(k)
$ 883,609
 

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