Retiring at 66 with $900,000 in a Roth IRA and $2,200 in Social Security benefits likely is a reasonable plan for many retirees. The income you could reasonably expect to generate from your Roth withdrawals, coupled with your Social Security benefit, probably will be somewhat more than the typical retiree’s expenses. You can likely expect […]
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I’m 62 With $1.6 Million in My 401(k). Should I Convert $160,000 Per Year to a Roth IRA to Avoid RMDs?
Converting your 401(k) to a Roth portfolio will allow you to entirely avoid RMDs. This is a legitimate form of tax planning. However, often there’s a difference between whether you can do something and whether you should; whether it’s allowed, and whether it’s in your long-term best interest. For example, say that you’re 62 years […]
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One Major Mistake to Avoid with Your Roth IRA
This article takes a look at the one major mistake to avoid with your Roth IRA. Check out all the Major Mistakes to Avoid with your Roth IRA. Building a Million-Dollar Roth IRA According to a survey by The Charles Schwab Corporation (NYSE:SCHW), individuals think they need at least $1.8 million to live a comfortable […]
Should I Convert My IRA to a Roth? Here’s What Experts Say
designer491 / Getty Images/iStockphoto Saving for retirement is important. Depending on how much you earn and what percentage of it you put way, the amount of digits in your IRA or Roth IRA can vary greatly. And every time there’s a concern about tax rates changing, the potential value (or potential loss) from IRA conversions […]
Which Investments Are Better Off in My IRA vs. Roth IRA vs. Brokerage Account?
How do I know which of my investments are better off in my IRA, Roth IRA or brokerage account? -Peter It’s great that you’re considering this – many people overlook the importance of where to hold different investments. Often, this is due to a lack of awareness about how significantly it can impact overall returns. […]
Is It Wise to Convert 10% of My IRA into a Roth Each Year to Avoid Taxes and RMDs?
Roth IRAs are not subject to rules on required minimum distributions (RMDs), and qualifying withdrawals from Roth accounts in retirement are also free of federal income taxes. You can get those advantages for funds in your traditional IRA by transferring them into a Roth account. You’ll have to pay income taxes now on funds you […]
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Further drop in oil prices may spark OPEC+ to walk back phasing out of cuts: Roth
Investing.com — The recent OPEC+ announcement to begin easing production curbs later this year has been blamed for the recent turmoil seen in oil prices, but one analyst believes that if prices continue to dwindle or fall below current levels, then the oil cartel could be forced to walk back or delay its plan to […]
I Want to Convert $865k to a Roth IRA. How Do I Avoid Paying Taxes?
Converting a large sum like $865,000 to a Roth IRA is a strategic move for long-term tax benefits – including tax-free retirement income and eliminating required minimum distributions (RMDs) – but it often comes with a hefty upfront tax bill. The transition from a traditional IRA or 401(k) to a Roth IRA means paying taxes […]
Will I Owe Taxes When I Roll Over My Roth 401(k) to a Roth IRA?
How Can I Do a Roth Conversion in Retirement If I Don’t Have Earned Income?
In a previous article about Roth conversions, an advisor wrote: “For many folks, a prime time for Roth conversions takes place during the years after retirement but before Social Security and RMDs kick in. Those can be relatively low-income years during which initiating a conversion can result in a triple benefit. Those benefits are: lower […]