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Ask the Editor, June 20: Questions on Tax Deductions and IRAs
Ask the Editor In our latest Ask the Editor round-up, Joy Taylor, The Kiplinger Tax Letter Editor, answers four questions on deductions, tax proposals and IRAs.
By Joy Taylor Published
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I'm a Financial Professional: This Is the Roth Conversion Mistake Too Many People Make
Converting your traditional IRA to a Roth can be a fantastic tax-saving move, but you've got to be smart about two things: how much and when.
By Michael Alimo Sr. Published
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Timing Is Everything for Roth Conversions: An Expert's Guide to the Right Strategy
Understanding the nuances of Roth conversions can help you avoid forking over more money in taxes than you need to.
By Alex Astin, MBA, CEP®, IAR Published
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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 to come. But if passed down incorrectly, your heirs won’t reap the full benefits.
By Kathryn Pomroy Last updated
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What You Should Know About Spousal IRAs
Without spousal IRAs, you would need earned income to contribute to your retirement account.
By Sandra Block Last updated
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Markets Are Volatile: Here's How Your Estate Can Benefit
Your estate can benefit when markets are volatile using some creative strategies. Here's how.
By Donna Fuscaldo Last updated
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Roth IRAs: What They Are and How They Work
Roth IRA A Roth IRA is an individual retirement account that allows tax-free investment growth and distributions, as long as key rules are followed.
By Jacob Wolinsky Last updated
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Eight Ways to Financially Plan Your Way Through Challenging Times
A chief wealth strategist makes some suggestions about how to better position yourself financially while coping with economic uncertainty.
By Alvina Lo Published
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10 Best Benefits for Military Members and Their Families
savings Service members face a range of threats – from the lethal to the financial. An array of military benefits and programs are meant to offset some of the risk for them, their spouses and their families.
By Lisa Gerstner Last updated
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