How to FIX Backdoor Roth IRA Screw-ups
There are 6 easy steps to successfully contributing to the backdoor Roth IRA but lots of mistakes are still made in the process. Here's how to fix them.
There are 6 easy steps to successfully contributing to the backdoor Roth IRA but lots of mistakes are still made in the process. Here's how to fix them.
Dave Ramsey says raiding retirement accounts to pay off debt is dumb because it's like borrowing at 34%. Well, yes and no.
What is your goal for leaving money to heirs? A Roth IRA is a great way to pass wealth to your heirs because of the ability to turn it into a Stretch IRA.
Those who suggest doctors in their peak earnings years should make Roth 401(k) contributions, do Roth conversions, or worse, avoid tax-deferred accounts altogether are either ignorant or selling something.
Take advantage of the window of opportunity between accumulation and distribution in retirement. Use partial Roth conversions and keep more of your money.
Qualify for the new pass-thru business (199A) deduction? You may have a new reason to use the Mega Backdoor Roth IRA for big tax protection.
Whether or not to use your 457 plan is a complicated question. TPP digs deep into governmental vs non-governmental 457s to help you make the best decision.
Don't kid yourself, there is no free lunch associated with a 401(k) loan. Find out why savvy investors rarely use them.
Which is the superior investing account when you compare a 401(k) vs HSA? We run the numbers so you can make the best decision for your savings goals.
Some people -- especially real estate investors -- think using a 401(k) is a bad idea. Most of them don't actually seem to know how a 401(k) works.
Physician on FIRE has over 80% of his retirement dollars in post-tax accounts and believes those dollars are worth more than yours. He's probably right.
Funding a Roth IRA indirectly has helped high-income investors meet their financial goals and achieve tax diversification for a decade. Here are the lessons learned.
What is different in your investing life as you approach retirement? Not much. You don't need to be doing something dramatically different than a 25-year-old. The mix may be different but the investments will be the same.
If you are a high earner, especially in the last half of your career, you can really put a lot of money into cash balance plans, all tax deferred. Learn if it is the right fit for you.
This is the most common dilemma faced by WCI readers. There are some clear answers, but even when the answers aren't clear, these important factors will help you to arrive at the right decision for you.
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