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Converting a Traditional IRA to a Roth Before or During Retirement

It doesn't always make sense to convert a traditional IRA to a Roth IRA. Your current and projected tax rate is often a main component of the decision, but there are other issues at play. Converting a traditional IRA to a Roth doesn't make sense unless you have cash to…

Kristin McKennaMay 27, 2020

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The End of the Stretch IRA and What it Means for Your Estate Plan

The Secure Act became law on December 20th, 2019, bringing the most significant changes to the retirement system in over a decade. Among the changes is the end of the so-called 'Stretch IRA' which allowed non-spouse beneficiaries of an IRA (or other type of retirement account) to 'stretch' withdrawals over…

Kristin McKennaJanuary 15, 2020

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The Secure Act Means Major Changes to the Retirement System

The Secure Act was signed into law on December 20th, 2019, solidifying the most significant changes to the retirement system in over a decade. Though clarification on some of the finer points of the legislation will be needed from the IRS, there is plenty we already know about the Secure…

Kristin McKennaDecember 21, 2019

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I Maxed Out My 401(k), Now What?

Ways to Invest After Maxing Out a 401(k) If you maxed out your 401(k), you may be wondering where to save next. There are 3 types of accounts you could invest in after maxing out your 401(k): A brokerage account Traditional IRA Roth IRA (subject to income limits) Here are…

Kristin McKennaOctober 8, 2019

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Non-Deductible IRA Contributions Aren’t Worth It – Here’s Why

5 reasons you shouldn't make nondeductible contributions to an IRA Are non-deductible IRA contributions worth it? Most high-income individuals are unable to make tax-deductible contributions to a traditional IRA due to IRS limits, yet their earnings level may allow the capacity to save more after maxing out a 401(k). Although any…

Kristin McKennaJuly 23, 2019

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Tax-Efficient Funds Don’t Belong in Your IRA

This article was originally published by Darrow advisor Kristin McKenna, CFP® by Forbes. (more…)

Kristin McKennaJune 3, 2019

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Options After Inheriting an IRA from Your Spouse

If your spouse has named you as a beneficiary on their traditional IRA, SEP IRA, or SIMPLE IRA, you will need to understand your options for the account you have just inherited. In general, you will have three choices for the IRA you have inherited. As you review your options,…

Kristin McKennaApril 13, 2018

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What to do after inheriting a retirement account from a parent or relative

If you have just inherited a traditional IRA, SEP IRA, Roth IRA, 401(k) or 403(b) plan from a parent, sibling, or relative, you may be unsure about what your options are and what to do next. As a non-spouse beneficiary, you will need to begin taking distributions from the account.…

Kristin McKennaMarch 18, 2018