PROS vs CONS: Borrowing from retirement for real estate investing

Lydia PatelSep 29, 20231m 0s613 viewsScore 75
Pricing & Profitability
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Summary

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This video outlines the pros and cons of borrowing from your retirement account for real estate investing, including accessibility, potential double taxation, and opportunity costs. It highlights that borrowed funds have a limit of $50,000 or half your assets, whichever is lower, and should be repaid in around 5 years.

Key insights

  • The interest you pay on a loan from your retirement account is paid back using after-tax money.

Mistakes to avoid

  • Be aware of potential double taxation when borrowing from a 401k. You pay interest using after-tax money, and will be taxed again when withdrawing money from your 401k in retirement.

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