If you have just started your first job or a new job that offers a 401k, now is the time to kick-start your savings. It’s actually best to save in both your 401k and a Roth IRA, and here are the reasons why. The 401k Regular 401k contributions are before tax, both federal and state.  This means that you will save on taxes right now.  When you withdraw the money in retirement you will owe