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Whatever monies you contribute to 401k you do not pay income tax on now. You pay tax when you withdraw it, after retirement. So you get the benefit of your money growing tax free. For instance if you contribute $100 per month to a 401k that money grows faster than if you contributed after tax where the amount would be say $75 per month. But be aware there are heavy penalties for using that money prior to retirement.

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