Converting a traditional IRA to a Roth during low-income years could unlock six figures in added retirement income through smarter long-term tax timing.

Roth conversions to secure tax-free withdrawals during retirement are gaining popularity as Gen X gets closer to retirement, but financial advisers warn that the decision to convert should be ...

Take a tax hit today to avoid one later?

You will owe taxes on your Roth IRA conversion in the year of the conversion. Your converted funds must stay in your Roth IRA for five years before you can withdraw them penalty-free. Roth savings ...

Preparing for retirement can require income and asset shuffling to make sure you have enough funds available and don’t bump yourself into a higher tax bracket. One method for this is known as a Roth ...

Beginning in 2010, individuals are allowed to convert or roll over certain distributions from retirement plans and IRAs to Roth IRAs regardless of their modified adjusted gross income. Complex rules ...

It might seem counter intuitive to decide to pay MORE taxes now, rather than defer them, but in some cases, that can be a smart, tax-efficient strategy. Have I piqued your curiosity? I want to ...

Roth conversions may not be right for everyone.

A Mega Backdoor Roth is a powerful retirement savings strategy that allows high-income earners to contribute significantly more to a Roth IRA than traditional methods permit. It’s especially useful ...

Roth vs Traditional: compare today’s marginal vs future effective tax rates. Roth accounts offer planning flexibility. Read ...

Roth IRAs offer a world of benefits. There are ways to get around the income limits associated with these accounts. There are also other tax-advantaged accounts you can explore. Follow 24/7 Wall St.