Edu: Basics of Backdoor Roth Contributions
May 29, 2019
Even though sanctioned by the IRS, Backdoor Roth Contributions can sometimes be confusing! Jim and Chris discuss the basics of how this strategy works as well as pitfalls to avoid. https://media.blubrry.com/the_retirement_and_ira_show/s3.amazonaws.com/TheRetirementandIRAShow/RAIRA-Show-EDU-Y19E20.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 46:57 — 21.5MB) Subscribe:...
Listen NowQ&A: Clarifications, Social Security Veterans and Disability Benefits
May 25, 2019
Do Veterans receive higher Social Security benefits than civilians? Jim and Chris start out the show responding to four listeners wanting clarifications on previously answered questions. They also respond to a Kentucky listener’s question about Social Security Disability Benefits and a US Marine’s query about Social Security Veterans Benefits. Please take a moment to vote on...
Listen NowQ&A: IRA Contingent Beneficiaries, RMDs, TSP Conversions, IRA to 403b, and Much More
May 18, 2019
This week’s Q&A episode is jam-packed with a variety of interesting topics! Ever wonder if a primary beneficiary can choose to defer the inheritance to the IRA contingent beneficiaries? Jim and Chris start off by addressing the beneficiary ponderings of an Oregan listener. Next, they weigh in on whether a Roth Conversion can be used to satisfy an RMD, then move to a question from a US...
Listen NowQ&A: Early Retirement Roth Conversions
May 4, 2019
If you retire early, is it wise to use the years before reaching full retirement age to do Roth Conversions at a lower tax rate? Join Chris and Jo as they answer a multi-part question from a Washington listener about using early retirement years for Roth Conversions. They discuss important considerations, annual conversion targets, tax implications, and more....
Listen NowEdu: Roth Conversion Cons
April 10, 2019
Wondering if you should do a Roth Conversion? In past episodes Jim and Chris have looked at the pros, this week they look into the possible cons of doing a Roth Conversion. https://media.blubrry.com/the_retirement_and_ira_show/s3.amazonaws.com/TheRetirementandIRAShow/RAIRA-Show-EDU-Y19E13.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 1:04:31 — 29.5MB) Subscribe:...
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