Exploring high-interest debt and its relationship to education, mortgages, and investment opportunities. Maximizing the potential of HSAs and balancing financial goals. Finding purpose in retirement and the importance of passion. Discussion on saving for future expenses and prioritizing financial decisions.
It may be justifiable to have high interest debt on education loans based on the potential return on investment.
Funding an HSA and investing the funds can provide tax-deferred growth and be used for tax-free qualified medical expenses in the future.
Deep dives
Differentiating Types of Debt
It is important to recognize that not all assets are the same. While education can increase earning potential, it cannot be sold like a home or a car. Therefore, high interest debt on education loans may be justifiable based on the potential return on investment.
Maximizing HSAs
Funding an HSA can provide both short-term and long-term benefits. While many people use it as a slush fund for medical expenses, an alternative strategy is to invest the funds and pay for medical expenses outside the HSA. This allows the account to grow tax-deferred and can be used for tax-free qualified medical expenses in the future.
Prioritizing Family Experiences
When it comes to saving for vacations and college funding, it's important to differentiate between the two. Family experiences, such as vacations, can create priceless memories and should be considered in moderation, even if saving 20% for retirement is challenging. However, saving for college should be prioritized after achieving the recommended retirement savings percentage.
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