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plowt-kirn t1_j2foalh wrote

> Any basic advice for someone on these things?

Follow the Prime Directive: https://www.reddit.com/r/personalfinance/wiki/commontopics

> Or is there a wiki

Yes, this sub has a detailed Wiki.

https://www.reddit.com/r/personalfinance/wiki/

> I am foreigner working in the US on a visa (not an h1b) and i have no idea about the 401k or the roth.

A lot will depend on whether you intend to retire in the US or if you plan to retire elsewhere. Many countries don't recognize US Roth accounts. See: https://creativeplanning.com/international/insights/expat-roth-conversions-qa/

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