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If You're Not Doing Roth Conversions, You Need to Read This
Roth conversions and other Roth strategies can be complex, but don't dismiss these tax planning tools outright. They could really work for you and your heirs.
By Matthew Blecker, CFP®, CFA®
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Ask the Editor: IRAs, 401(k)s and RMDs
Ask the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers questions on IRAs, 401(k)s and required minimum distributions
By Joy Taylor
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Why Turning 65 Isn't What It Used to Be, According to an Expert
With more than 4 million people turning 65 in 2025, an expert in psychology and aging explains why so many of them are thriving like never before.
By Sandra Block
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What You Need to Do With Your 401(k) Before 2025 Is Over
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Before 2025 ends, check your 401(k) contributions, investments, and catch-up eligibility to lock in this year’s tax savings and employer match.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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3 Year-End Tax Moves You Can't Afford to Miss
Don't miss out on this prime time to maximize contributions to your retirement accounts, do Roth conversions and capture investment gains.
By Daniel Razvi, Esquire
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The Average Retirement Savings by Age: Are You Keeping Up?
Think you may have more retirement savings than your peers? Here's your answer.
By Donna LeValley
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5 RMD Mistakes That Even Seasoned Retirees Can Make
The five biggest RMD mistakes retirees make show that tax-smart retirement planning should start well before you hit the age your first RMD is due.
By Jeremy Keil, CFP®, CFA®, CKA®
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If You're Retired or Soon to Be, Don't Miss These Tax Breaks
The OBBB offers some tax advantages that are particularly beneficial for retirees and near-retirees. But they're available for only a limited time.
By Alex Angst
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15 Cheapest Small Towns to Live In
The cheapest small towns might not be for everyone, but their charms can make them the best places to live for plenty of folks.
By Dan Burrows
