Money in both qualified and non-qualified accounts accumulates tax-deferred until it is withdrawn. Untaxed portions of any withdrawals increase your earnings for the year, and have the potential to raise your income to a higher tax bracket.
Leg swelling related to fluid buildup. Leg swelling caused by the retention of fluid in leg tissues is known as peripheral edema. It can be caused by a problem with the circulatory system, the lymphatic system or the kidneys. Leg swelling isn't always a sign of a heart or circulation problem.
Pain and swelling that affects only one leg most often occurs because of trauma or disease to that leg, rather than a systemic disease. A number of conditions, some serious, can cause one leg to swell and hurt. Leg pain and swelling merit medical attention, especially if it's accompanied by other symptoms such as fever, redness or chest pain.