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Tax Savvy Retirement: Maximizing Benefits for the Self-Employed is a practical, easy-to-understand guide for entrepreneurs, freelancers, small business owners, and anyone who earns income outside of traditional employment. While self-employment offers freedom and independence, it also brings unique financial challenges-especially when it comes to planning for retirement. Unlike employees with access to company-sponsored 401(k) plans or pension benefits, the self-employed must take full responsibility for saving, investing, and managing taxes effectively. This book shows you how to do exactly that. Ron Antosko simplifies the complex intersection of retirement planning and tax strategy for self-employed individuals. With clear explanations and actionable steps, he provides readers with the tools to build wealth, lower tax burdens, and create long-term security. Instead of generic retirement advice, this book focuses specifically on the opportunities and pitfalls that freelancers, contractors, and business owners face every year. Inside this comprehensive guide, you will learn: Retirement account options for the self-employed - How SEP IRAs, Solo 401(k)s, SIMPLE IRAs, and traditional or Roth IRAs work, along with strategies for choosing the right plan for your income level and goals. Maximizing tax benefits - Step-by-step guidance on how to make contributions tax-deductible, reduce taxable income, and take advantage of credits designed to help self-employed workers save more. Investment strategies for stability and growth - How to build a diversified portfolio that balances risk and reward, ensuring that your retirement savings keep pace with inflation. Health savings accounts (HSAs) and other hidden opportunities - How to leverage HSAs, defined benefit plans, and other tools to stretch your dollars further. Tax-efficient withdrawal strategies - Learn when and how to draw from your accounts in retirement to minimize taxes and maximize income. Common mistakes to avoid - From neglecting estimated taxes to failing to separate business and personal finances, discover the traps that erode wealth and how to avoid them. Creating a retirement income plan - How to combine self-employed savings, Social Security, and other income sources into a steady, reliable stream that supports your lifestyle. What sets Tax Savvy Retirement apart is its emphasis on simplicity and accessibility. Tax law and retirement planning can feel intimidating, but Ron Antosko breaks down the details into plain language that anyone can follow. Whether you're just starting your self-employed journey or have been running your business for decades, this book gives you strategies you can apply immediately. Retirement doesn't have to be uncertain for the self-employed. By making smart tax and savings decisions now, you can create financial security and peace of mind later. This book empowers you to stop worrying about whether you're saving ""enough"" and start building a plan tailored to your unique circumstances. Tax Savvy Retirement: Maximizing Benefits for the Self-Employed is more than a guide-it's a roadmap to independence, clarity, and financial freedom in your retirement years.

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