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Tax-free income is the dream of every taxpayer. And if you save in a Roth IRA account, it's a reality. These accounts offer big benefits, but the rules for Roths can be complex. If you'd like to know more about Roth IRAs, start with our beginner's guide: everything you should know about Roth IRAs then work your way through our other features and guides on smart strategies to ensure you can end up with a tax-free stream of income down the road.
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What You Should Know About Spousal IRAs
Without spousal IRAs, you would need an earned income to contribute to your retirement account.
By Sandra Block Published
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Is Now a Good Time to Open a Roth IRA?
Think you might want to open a Roth IRA? Roth IRAs offer tax-free growth of your investments and no RMDs, but income limits are low and you have to wait to withdraw earnings.
By Kathryn Pomroy Published
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How to Roll Over a 401(k) in Five Steps
Here's how to roll over a 401(k) to a traditional IRA, Roth IRA or even to a Roth 401(k).
By Coryanne Hicks Last updated
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Unpaid Caregivers Soon May Get Help to Save for Retirement
Two proposed bills aim to open new doors to caregivers for contributing to Roth IRAs and making catch-up retirement contributions.
By Dr. Lamell McMorris Published
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Five Tax Strategies to Help Your Money Last in Retirement
Having a tax strategy is crucial to making your money last. These tax-saving moves can help, whether you're years from retirement or already there.
By Scott M. Dougan, RFC, Investment Adviser Published
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Roth IRAs: What They Are and How They Work
Roth IRA A Roth IRA is an individual retirement account that allows tax-free investment growth and distributions, as long as key rules are followed.
By Jacob Wolinsky Last updated
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Lower Your Income So You Can Contribute to a Roth IRA
401(k)s If you're just above the income cutoff (MAGI) to qualify for Roth IRA contributions, these strategies will help you meet it and lower your taxes.
By Kimberly Lankford Last updated
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The Average IRA Balance by Age
Knowing how your IRA balance compares to your peers could be the nudge you need to save more for retirement.
By Adam Shell Last updated
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Roth IRA Basics: 10 Things You Must Know
Financial Planning A Roth IRA can be a great way to save for retirement since the accounts have no required minimum distributions and you withdraw the money tax-free.
By Jackie Stewart Last updated
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