IRAs
News, insights and expert analysis on iras from the team at Kiplinger.
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Backdoor Roth IRAs: Help Your Kids Keep More of Their Inheritance
Converting to a backdoor Roth IRA via an IRS "loophole" is an estate planning tool that gives heirs tax-free income in retirement. It can help you, too.
By Adam Shell
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Will Taxes Shred Your 401(k) or IRA During Your Retirement? It's Very Likely
Conventional wisdom dictates that you save in a 401(k) now and pay taxes later, but turning that rule on its head could leave you far better off. A financial planner explains why.
By Michael Reese, CFP®
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6 Steps to Protect Your Retirement Savings
Don't let a shaky economy and volatile market derail your retirement. These moves will help ensure your money lasts as long as you do.
By Diane Harris
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IRA Conversion to Roth: Rules to Convert an IRA or 401(k) to a Roth IRA
An IRA conversion can give you a leg-up in retirement with tax-free income. But proceed with caution.
By Maurie Backman
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Want to Retire With $100K a Year? Here's How Much to Save
What "magic number" will be enough to generate $100K a year in retirement income? We do the math for you.
By Adam Shell
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Your State Wants to Help You Save for Retirement. Here's How
Maximize your side hustle by saving for retirement through a state auto-IRA. You might even get matching funds from a federal program in 2027.
By Christy Bieber
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How to Calculate RMDs (Required Minimum Distributions)
Tools Understand when and how to calculate RMDs and avoid stiff penalties from your tax-deferred IRA.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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'Rich' Tricks to Volunteer and Donate in Retirement
There may be some tax benefits to giving back in retirement.
By Sandra Block
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This Might Be What Your Retirement Portfolio Is Missing
You can supplement your retirement nest egg or save for other goals with a taxable brokerage account.
By Ella Vincent
