When it comes to retirement planning, Roth accounts like the Roth 401(k) and Roth IRA can be powerful tools. They allow individuals to save for retirement with after-tax dollars, providing tax-free growth and withdrawals in retirement. Additionally, Roth conversions—where pre-tax retirement funds are converted into Roth accounts—can be highly advantageous, especially during periods of reduced […]
Tax Changes to Know This Year
Tax season is here again, but before you file, make sure you’re up to date on important tax changes. One of the biggest changes this year is that many of the credits or tax breaks that were in place due to the pandemic have gone away, or gotten smaller. That means you might need to […]
What the Secure Act 2.0 Means for You
Now that the new Secure Act 2.0 has been passed, there are several new changes that could impact you and your finances. Fortunately, some of those changes might help you boost retirement savings and maximize certain investments. Here are some key points of the law, and what they might mean for you: Secure Act 2.0: […]
Navigating a Backdoor Roth Conversion
A backdoor Roth conversion helps higher-income earners cut down on their tax burden when their income exceeds the limits of a traditional Roth. In a Roth, your money grows tax-free and you won’t pay taxes when you withdraw from your account later on. The backdoor conversion is a way to take advantage of the tax […]