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Should I Take a $200,000 Lump Sum or $915 Monthly Payments for a Pension Annuity?
Deciding between taking a lump sum or monthly payments involves assessing a number of factors, including some that are difficult…
I Am 58 With $1 Million in My 401(k). Should I Switch to Roth Contributions?
I Am 58 With $1 Million in My 401(k). Should I Switch to Roth Contributions?Whether to make the move from…
How to Save Money on a Tight Budget in Retirement
Retirement is a time to enjoy what you love most, from family and friends to traveling and gardening. However, affording…
This Is My First Year Taking RMDs. What Should I Do With the Money If I Don’t Need It Yet?
Anyone with a 401(k), traditional IRA or similar tax-deferred retirement account eventually is going to face the requirement to start…
Our Combined Income Will Top $400k This Year. Can We Use a Backdoor Roth to Avoid Future Taxes?
A backdoor Roth conversion can save you significantly in future taxes, but at the cost of paying those taxes now.…
I’m 65 With $850,000 in an IRA. Is It Worth It to Convert That Money to a Roth to Avoid RMDs?
Required minimum distributions (RMDs) from pre-tax retirement accounts can have a number of unintended consequences. These mandatory withdrawals can push…
11 Retirement Planning Tips for 2024
Planning for retirement has a new look in 2024, thanks to changes brought about by Congress. Retirement savers this year…
What Are Safe Retirement Withdrawal Rates?
One of the most pressing questions you’ll face when planning for retirement is how much you can safely withdraw from…
I Have $845k in a Traditional IRA. How Can I Reduce Taxes When Converting to a Roth?
There’s no way to entirely avoid paying income taxes when you convert a traditional IRA into a Roth account. However,…
How 401(k) Loans Impact Your Taxes
While borrowing from your 401(k) account can hurt your long-term retirement planning, that’s not the only consideration. There are also…
