If I Could Only Max Out One Investment Account, It Would Be This One

There are many different kinds of retirement investment accounts out there, each with their own pros and cons. Unfortunately, many people can't afford to max out all of them each year, which can leave them with tough choices about where to put their investment dollars.

While the first thing to do is always to earn any employer matching funds in a 401(k), you'll have decisions to make about what to do with any extra savings. If you find yourself in this situation, there's one particular account I'd prioritize above all others. Here's what it is.

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