Pick one. Run your own numbers. Sign in and they pre-fill.
The order to fund every dollar — the prime directive flowchart.
Get the free money from your employer first.
Contribute at least enough to get your full employer match. This is an instant 50-100% return on your money.
Kill debt with APR > 7% before investing.
3-6 months of expenses in cash.
If eligible, max your Health Savings Account.
Tax-free growth and withdrawal in retirement.
Beyond the match — push to the $24,500 limit.
Low-cost index funds in a taxable brokerage.