Things to Consider when Considering a Roth Conversion: EDU #2010
March 11, 2020
Jim, Chris, and Bob all discuss this topic today brought to us by a listener’s email: things to consider when considering a Roth conversion. The simple question of “should I convert to a Roth?” comes with a multi-faceted answer! https://media.blubrry.com/the_retirement_and_ira_show/s3.amazonaws.com/TheRetirementandIRAShow/RAIRA-Show-EDU-Y20E10.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window |...
Listen NowSocial Security Benefits, SECURE Act, Backdoor Roth Conversions, and More: Q&A #2003
January 18, 2020
Jim and Chris answer 7 questions today in this episode, with topics ranging from social security benefits to the SECURE Act, to backdoor Roth conversions and more! (2:40) LIVE CALLER! A gentleman from West Virginia asks a question about child Social Security benefits. (14:00) LIVE CALLER! A gentleman calls in from New Jersey to talk about the SECURE Act and a private pension. (33:20) A listener...
Listen NowEdu: 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: Roth TSP and Fixed Annuities
February 16, 2019
Listen in as Jim and Chris respond to a listener’s email where they ask if they should continue to max out their Roth TSP and whether to convert money from their non-deductable IRA. Another listener looks for clarification on his Fixed Annuities’ commencement dates....
Listen NowEdu: Getting More Time for a Roth Conversion
November 21, 2018
With recent changes to tax laws, it may be beneficial to get more time to do a Roth Conversion. An unfortunate byproduct of the 2018 tax law change is the inability to do a Roth Recharacterization. This means that a Roth Conversion is final and you must pay all taxes due. However, it can be difficult to know what your tax situation is, in December, when you need to decide on your conversion...
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