Roth-iras
Latest
-
Here's Why You Shouldn't Put All Your Money Into Roth IRAs
Converting a tax-deferred account to a Roth can be a good strategy for lowering future taxes, but moving all of your money at once is typically not recommended.
By Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC® Published
-
Is a Roth Conversion Right for You Before the Election?
If you’re concerned about possible tax policy changes after the next president takes office, you might want to consider a Roth conversion now.
By Stacy Francis, CFP®, CDFA®, CES™ Published
-
Should You Move Your 401(k) to an IRA Once You Hit 59½?
Some 401(k)s allow for in-service withdrawals at age 59½, opening up greater investment options. Here are three reasons for taking the plunge.
By Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC® Published
-
When Does a Nest Egg Become a Ticking Tax Bomb?
Retirement savers with big bucks in traditional IRAs and pretax 401(k)s could face huge tax bills when RMDs kick in. One potential solution? A Roth 401(k).
By Dan Flanagan, CPA/PFS, CFP®, AEP® Published
-
Come as You Are: Wealth Management for Gen X
Gen X is stuck in the middle of kids and aging parents, but retirement's not far off. Time to prioritize, with help from Nirvana, The Eagles and David Bowie.
By Alvina Lo Published
-
Five Windows of Opportunity for Roth Conversions
When you convert a traditional IRA to a Roth IRA matters if you want to limit how much you pay in taxes.
By Aaron Argiso, CFP® Published
-
Five Tax Strategies to Preserve Your Retirement Savings
From Roths to HSAs to creative Social Security timing, retirees have many options to minimize their taxes. You might be surprised what a difference it can make.
By Steve Reder Published
-
Should You Keep Your 401(k) When You Retire?
Here are three primary reasons you might want to consider moving your retirement money from your 401(k) to an IRA once you retire.
By Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC® Published
-
Five December 31 Tax Deadlines for Retirees
The end of the year will be here before you know it, so it might be a good idea to start thinking soon about what you need to do for taxes before it arrives.
By Evan T. Beach, CFP®, AWMA® Published