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I Want to Roll Over $720k to a Roth IRA. How Do I Avoid Paying Taxes?
Taxes are a valid concern if you want to roll over $720,000 from your retirement fund into a Roth IRA. While you won’t pay any taxes if the assets you’re rolling over are held in another Roth account, there’s typically no way to completely avoid paying taxes when rolling pre-tax money into a Roth IRA. […] The post I Want to Roll Over $720k to a Roth IRA. How Do I Avoid Paying Taxes? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
I'm 65 Years Old With $1.2 Million in an IRA. I'm Taking Social Security – Is It Too Late to Convert to a Roth IRA?
Imagine you’re 65 with $1.2 million in an IRA and a lingering question: should you convert your account into a Roth IRA? The answer may depend on how you go about it. A Roth conversion can provide some sizable advantages, including tax-free withdrawals and freedom from mandated distributions – but that doesn't mean it's always […] The post I'm 65 Years Old With $1.2 Million in an IRA. I'm Taking Social Security – Is It Too Late to Convert to a Roth IRA? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
Ask an Advisor: How Do I Reduce My RMD to Just $25k So My Social Security Isn't Taxed?
I’m in my first year of required minimum distributions of $36,000, which is causing me to be taxed on my $33,000 in Social Security benefits. What is a good strategy to reduce my RMDs below $25,000 so my Social Security benefits do not become taxable? Would taking a lump sum from my pre-tax IRA and […] The post Ask an Advisor: How Do I Reduce My RMD to Just $25k So My Social Security Isn’t Taxed? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
Migration Patterns Between Regions in the U.S. – 2024 Study
Many factors can drive net migrations to and from the four major U.S. regions. From remote work enabling greater mobility, to changes in industry, cost of living, taxes, new legislation and beyond. A big-picture understanding of migration can reveal how it affects infrastructure, voting trends, employment and other aspects of those regions. With this in […] The post Migration Patterns Between Regions in the U.S. – 2024 Study appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
I Will Make $200k This Year. How Can I Use a Backdoor Roth to Avoid Taxes in Retirement?
If you’re a relatively high earner, you might be locked out of making Roth IRA contributions due to the account’s associated income caps. In that case, you can instead consider a conversion, otherwise known as a "backdoor Roth." The advantage to doing this is that you will avoid all income taxes on withdrawals from the […] The post I Will Make $200k This Year. How Can I Use a Backdoor Roth to Avoid Taxes in Retirement? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
Industries With the Most Greenhouse Gas Emissions – 2024 Study
While industries could drive the growth of local economies, high emissions can also have a negative impact on the environment of those markets and put the overall success of those communities at risk. Examining emissions levels may help communities understand the total impact and tradeoffs associated with local industries, as well as help inspire innovations […] The post Industries With the Most Greenhouse Gas Emissions – 2024 Study appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
Ask an Advisor: Do IRA Withdrawals Before I Turn 73 Count Toward My RMDs?
Do withdrawals from my pre-tax IRA and/or 401(k) accounts made before I turn 73 count toward my RMDs? Or do RMDs start at 73 without regard to prior withdrawals? I'm 70 now and still working and collecting Social Security, but plan to retire in 2024. – Luis Unfortunately, withdrawals from an IRA or 401(k) before […] The post Ask an Advisor: Do IRA Withdrawals Before I Turn 73 Count Toward My RMDs? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
I'm Going to Get $2,700 per Month From Social Security. How Can I Reduce My Taxes?
Social Security plays a critical role in the retirement plans of millions of Americans, but how these benefits are taxed is sometimes overlooked. If you collect $2,700 per month in Social Security benefits, your check is well above the average retirement benefit of approximately $1,800 per month and it could mean that you’ll owe taxes […] The post I'm Going to Get $2,700 per Month From Social Security. How Can I Reduce My Taxes? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
We're 63, Have $1.5 Million in IRAs and Will Receive $4,500 Monthly From Social Security. What's Our Retirement Budget?
As you make your retirement budget, it's important to keep two issues in mind. First, understand your needs — what budget will you need to pay your bills, and what budget will you want to afford your lifestyle? And second, understand your capacity — what income can your portfolio comfortably and reliably generate for you? […] The post We’re 63, Have $1.5 Million in IRAs and Will Receive $4,500 Monthly From Social Security. What's Our Retirement Budget? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
Which of These Retirement Savings Trends Fit Your Financial Situation?
Despite recent years of inflationary spikes and stock market volatility, most Americans haven't cut their retirement savings rate. They also don't plan to sell assets or investments and are taking action to get professional advice to plan their retirement. If you need help saving and planning for retirement, consider working with a financial advisor. Those […] The post Which of These Retirement Savings Trends Fit Your Financial Situation? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
I'm a 48-Year-Old Divorcee With $550K in an IRA and $110K in My 401(k). Can I Retire in 10 Years?
Planning for an early retirement requires wrestling with complex variables, including healthcare costs, portfolio returns and withdrawal rates. As a 48-year-old divorcee with a $550,000 IRA and $110,000 in a 401(k), it may be possible to retire in 10 years. Making reasonable assumptions, these assets could potentially generate enough income to maintain an adequate living […] The post I’m a 48-Year-Old Divorcee With $550K in an IRA and $110K in My 401(k). Can I Retire in 10 Years? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
I'm Selling My House and Netting $640k to Downsize for Retirement. How Can I Avoid Capital Gains Taxes?
Selling your longtime home and downsizing in retirement is a common practice for people entering their golden years. While profits from a home sale are considered capital gains, the IRS typically allows you to exclude part of the profit – if not all of it – from your taxes. But what if you sold your […] The post I’m Selling My House and Netting $640k to Downsize for Retirement. How Can I Avoid Capital Gains Taxes? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
Important Tax Changes to Know Before You File in 2024
If there's one thing you can depend on when it comes to taxes, it's that at least some of the rules, exemptions and deductions are sure to change every year. This year was no exception, as many things have changed for 2023 taxes being filed by April 2024. So before you start pulling together the […] The post Important Tax Changes to Know Before You File in 2024 appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
Ask an Advisor: We're in Our 70s With $120k in Savings and Social Security. How Do We Make It Last?
I’m 72 years old and my wife is 70. Over the years, some of our financial decisions were not the best, but we have enjoyed 45 years together so far, having two sons and now two daughter-in-laws and five grandchildren. Our problem is that because we wanted to give our sons the best of everything […] The post Ask an Advisor: We’re in Our 70s With $120k in Savings and Social Security. How Do We Make It Last? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
I'm 55 With a $2 Million Net Worth and $6k in Monthly Expenses. Can I Retire Now?
Retiring early raises a series of questions around both income and spending. You will need to manage your portfolio for longer-term drawdowns, an early end to new earnings, and a long wait for Social Security to kick in. You will need to manage your spending around new needs, particularly health insurance, long-term care insurance and […] The post I'm 55 With a $2 Million Net Worth and $6k in Monthly Expenses. Can I Retire Now? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
Ask an Advisor: Is a Backdoor Roth Conversion Taxable Even If I Didn't Take a Deduction on My IRA Contributions?
I’d like to ask about the backdoor Roth IRA. Say you are over the income limit for Roth contributions, so you make a traditional contribution with no tax deduction and then do a backdoor Roth. Is that conversion taxable? If so, you would be paying tax on that money twice since you paid tax on […] The post Ask an Advisor: Is a Backdoor Roth Conversion Taxable Even If I Didn’t Take a Deduction on My IRA Contributions? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
I'm Almost 60 and Have $1 Million in My IRA. Should I Switch to Roth Contributions?
Should you switch from pre-tax IRA contributions to Roth contributions? Imagine that you’re steadily contributing to a traditional IRA. This provides you with an annual tax deduction. However, contributing to a tax-deferred account comes at the cost of having to pay taxes on all of the money you withdraw in retirement. Switching to a Roth […] The post I'm Almost 60 and Have $1 Million in My IRA. Should I Switch to Roth Contributions? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
What Should I Do With My IRA Once I Retire?
When you retire, you make the final shift from the era of wealth accumulation to wealth management. This is a big deal. Managing your IRA in retirement is an important project. You want to strike the balance between a newfound need for security, since you can no longer wait out downturns and replace losses, and […] The post What Should I Do With My IRA Once I Retire? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
Is $2.5 Million Enough to Retire at 60?
With careful planning, $2.5 million can fund a comfortable retirement starting at age 60. But as with any major life transition, retirees must weigh a complex set of variables from taxes to healthcare to ensure their nest egg lasts decades. Though everyone’s situation differs, this level of savings can provide most the flexibility to retire […] The post Is $2.5 Million Enough to Retire at 60? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
I Have $640k in a 401(k). How Do I Avoid Paying Taxes When Converting to a Roth IRA?
Converting a 401(k) to a Roth IRA can potentially provide valuable long-term benefits, but it also triggers a tax bill that you’ll need to plan for. While the taxes on a Roth conversion can’t be avoided, savers can reduce the burden through several strategies like gradual conversions and timing adjustments. Those nearing retirement can weigh […] The post I Have $640k in a 401(k). How Do I Avoid Paying Taxes When Converting to a Roth IRA? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
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