Has anyone worked for an employer that doesn’t offer a 401k? What did you do? I’m already planning on contributing to my IRA

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My most previous job didn't offer 401K but I had one setup from a job before, so I set up direct deposits each month from my paycheck to go into that established 401K account.

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