Is there an optimal time to convert a traditional IRA or old 401(k) to a Roth IRA? While a Roth conversion may never make sense for some individuals, for others, early retirement years may be the best time to convert pre-tax accounts to tax-free Roth. Your current and projected future
Wondering where to invest after maxing out your 401(k)? If you’re looking for ways to invest after your 401(k) or 403(b) at work, you likely have three options: a brokerage account, IRA, or Roth IRA. Investing after maxing out a 401(k) is smart, especially since your retirement accounts may not
The Secure Act 2.0 was signed into law December 29th, 2022, bringing more major changes to tax law. Among the most notable changes include a significant step towards ‘Rothification’ through expanded use, new requirements, and even a way to move money from college savings accounts to a Roth IRA. Here
Updated for 2024. Anyone with earned income can make a non-deductible (after tax) contribution to an IRA and benefit from tax-deferred growth. But it may not be worth it due (in part) to often overlooked ongoing recordkeeping requirements. For many, the biggest risk and most common downfall is significant: paying
Updated for 2024. Many individuals have heard of the backdoor Roth before, but the mega backdoor Roth is getting a lot of attention recently. Here are the differences between the regular backdoor Roth vs the mega backdoor Roth, who can use these strategies, and who may actually want to consider
Updated for 2023. For most parents, it’s a trifecta: help your kids learn about investing, save for retirement, and get fast-tracked to becoming a millionaire. It’s possible, and surprisingly attainable. Here’s how it works: if a teenage or college-aged kid has earned income (i.e. a part-time job), they are eligible