SemperFiParent
12-27-10, 03:42 PM
Hi my name is PFC Andrews and my Dad is a frequent visitor to this site.
I currently do not have a TSP set up for myself and I was hoping someone on this forum could help me.
Should I get a TSP, IRA, or 401K? Which is actually better in the long run? How much should I set aside per paycheck for this fund? (I only have one bill and that's my college loans, so I wouldn't cry seeing 2 or 3% disappear from my pay).
How long until I can touch the money? I'm not sure if I'm going to do my whole 20 years in the Corps or get out after my first contract, so any insight would be greatly appreciated.
Semper Gumby
P.S. Dad said to let all of you know he is taking some leave time also, he'll be back to blogging in a few days.
I currently do not have a TSP set up for myself and I was hoping someone on this forum could help me.
Should I get a TSP, IRA, or 401K? Which is actually better in the long run? How much should I set aside per paycheck for this fund? (I only have one bill and that's my college loans, so I wouldn't cry seeing 2 or 3% disappear from my pay).
How long until I can touch the money? I'm not sure if I'm going to do my whole 20 years in the Corps or get out after my first contract, so any insight would be greatly appreciated.
Semper Gumby
P.S. Dad said to let all of you know he is taking some leave time also, he'll be back to blogging in a few days.