The Modern Investor
Written by Human Advisors, for Human Investors
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Time to Consider Roth Conversions?
Would you like to pay more income tax this year? It might not be as crazy as it sounds. Roth conversions – the process of moving money from a pre-tax retirement account to a tax-free, Roth alternative – can be a powerful retirement income planning and tax planning tool. But it likely means pulling income from the future to the present, along with any associated income tax.
Want to Retire Richer? Five Ways SECURE Act 2.0 Could Help in 2024.
SECURE Act 2.0, passed in late 2022, was full of new provisions for retirement savers and investors. Now that a year has gone by, it may be a good time to remind ourselves of some of the most important changes going into effect this year.
Roth vs Traditional 401(k) in 2024: Navigating Retirement Planning and Tax Planning
Retirement planning options continue to evolve, and the Roth 401(k) has become an option for more and more people. Determining which is better - Roth or traditional 401(k) - will often come down to the assumptions made around current vs. future income levels, current vs. future income tax rates, and when (or if) retirement savings will be spent down. Sometimes the answer may seem obvious. For those with murkier forecasts, using both options can make sense, too.
Earn too much for a Roth IRA? Two considerations before you use the ‘backdoor’ Roth IRA.
The backdoor Roth IRA strategy can be an effective way for high-income individuals and families to save for retirement. Be careful to avoid common pitfalls that might create unexpected and unwanted taxes. Consider all your options and try to think holistically about retirement – few if any solutions are one-size-fits-all.
