Good points on the tax benefits, however the S&amp;P historically is about 10% over the long haul. 16% over the past 5 years is irrelevant. I have no control in the S&amp;P.<p>I have control in my company. I&#x27;d rather rise or fail due to myself than say - the market did this.<p>I max a 401k for tax purposes and do state muni-bonds for safe, decent tax-free monthly dividend income while I decide what current or new business of mine to invest the cash in. The market is basically tax-friendly gambling.