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Roth Conversions: The Case for and Against Them
Roth IRAs Have you been tempted to jump on the Roth IRA conversions bandwagon? Check out the pros and cons to see if they make sense for you.
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Should You Take Your Pension as a Lump Sum?
The answer depends on multiple factors, such as what your alternative investment options would be, whether you want to leave money to a beneficiary and more.
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5 Ways to Catch Up on Retirement Savings
If you’re in your highest-earning years, you can make up for lost time.
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What to Know Before You Inherit an IRA
Managing the taxes that come with an inherited IRA takes smart planning, especially since the SECURE Act eliminated the 'stretch IRA' game plan for most folks.
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Naming Beneficiaries for Inherited IRAs: What You Need to Know
The rules for how to handle an inherited IRA differ depending on the beneficiary, and you should also consider the tax implications of required minimum distributions (RMDs).
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How to Optimize Your RMDs in Retirement
No matter where you are in your financial journey, many options are available, including eliminating RMDs altogether through Roth conversions.
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How Non-Traded REITs Could Give Your Roth IRA a Boost
In addition to increasing the diversity of your portfolio, adding a non-traded REIT within your Roth IRA allows the resulting dividends to grow tax-free.
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Spring Is a Good Time to Clean Up Your Finances, Too
While you’re decluttering your home for spring, consider also taking a crack at cleaning up your finances and old paperwork.
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Traditional Retirement Accounts or Roth? How to Choose
Let’s compare traditional IRAs, traditional 401(k)s, Roth IRAs and Roth 401(k)s. Which might work best for you could depend on your income and tax status.
