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 InheritanceConverting 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 LikelyConventional 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 SavingsDon'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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'Rich' Tricks to Volunteer and Donate in RetirementThere 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 MissingYou can supplement your retirement nest egg or save for other goals with a taxable brokerage account.
By Ella Vincent
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A Financial Planner's Prescription for the Headache of Multiple Retirement AccountsHaving a bunch of retirement accounts can cause unnecessary complications. Consolidation can make it easier to manage your savings and potentially improve investment outcomes.
By Kyle Nelson, CFP®
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Eight Things No One Tells You About RetirementMaking Your Money Last As you advance toward retirement, it's a good idea to start sharpening the focus of your retirement vision.
By Rachel L. Sheedy
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Is Your IRA Protected from Creditors in Bankruptcy?Can creditors take some or part of your IRA funds if you file for bankruptcy? Learn more about the federal protections that exist and to what extent they protect your IRAs.
By Donna LeValley
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Five Roth IRA Pitfalls Your Adviser May Not Tell You AboutHeffalump traps may be imaginary, but Roth IRA pitfalls are very real. They could upend your retirement if you're unaware of them.
By Maurie Backman
