Roth IRAs
News, insights and expert analysis on roth IRAs from the team at Kiplinger.
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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Roth IRA Contribution Limits for 2026
Roth IRAs Roth IRAs allow you to save for retirement with after-tax dollars while you're working, and then withdraw those contributions and earnings tax-free when you retire. Here's a look at 2026 limits and income-based phaseouts.
By Jackie Stewart
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Qualify for Roth IRA Contributions by Lowering Your Income
401(k)s If your income is just above the cutoff (MAGI) to qualify for Roth IRA contributions, these strategies will help you meet it and lower your taxes.
By Kimberly Lankford
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Trump's First Year and Your Retirement: 8 Changes to Know
From investment returns to Social Security, Trump's first year has changed your retirement. Here's what to expect in 2026.
By Adam Shell
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10 Reasons to Leave Your Heirs a Roth IRA
Including a Roth IRA in your estate plan has clear tax advantages, which can be passed along to your heirs for years. But if passed down incorrectly, your heirs won’t reap the full benefits.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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I'm retiring with $2.6 million. I'm worried about RMDs and taxes.
We asked professional wealth planners for advice.
By Maurie Backman
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Quiz: Understanding Roth Conversions
Quiz Discover if a Roth conversion is the right move for you by taking our quick quiz.
By Donna LeValley
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Has the New Tax Law Killed Roth Conversions for Retirees?
The OBBBA's permanent lower tax rates removed the urgency for Roth conversions. Retirees thinking of stopping or blindly continuing them should do this instead.
By Jeremy Keil, CFP®, CFA®, CKA®
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IRA, SIMPLE and SEP Rules at a Glance: Contribution Limits, Income Limits and Rollover Options for 2025 and 2026
Here are IRA contribution limits, income limits and rollover rules for Roth, traditional, SIMPLE and SEP IRAs at a glance.
By Donna LeValley
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The Average IRA Balance by Age and Generation
Knowing how the average IRA balance of peers compares to your own could be the nudge you need to save more for retirement — or pat yourself on the back.
By Adam Shell
