IRAs

Roth IRA Five Year Rule – Roth IRA Withdrawal Rules

After almost 30 years helping folks navigate their financial planning. And the Roth IRA 5-year rule consistently sparks a barrage of questions. Just last...

Roth IRA Five Year Rule – Roth IRA Withdrawal Rules

After almost 30 years helping folks navigate their financial planning. And the Roth IRA 5-year rule consistently sparks a barrage of questions. Just last...

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Roth IRA Five Year Rule – Roth IRA Withdrawal Rules

After almost 30 years helping folks navigate their financial planning. And the Roth IRA 5-year rule consistently sparks a barrage of questions. Just last...

Roth IRA Income Limits 2025 & 2026: Your Ultimate Guide to Maxing Out Tax-Free Savings!

Let's get one thing straight: the Roth IRA is one of the most powerful retirement savings tools ever created by Congress. Tax-free growth, tax-free withdrawals in...

The Big Question: Is a Roth IRA Pre-Tax? Are Contributions Tax-Deductible? Spoiler: It’s Not.

Let’s rip the Band-Aid off right away: No, Roth IRA contributions are NOT pre-tax, and they are absolutely NOT tax-deductible. There it is. Plain and simple. If...

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How To Calculate RMD With Our IRA RMD Calculator

Did you know that not taking your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) can lead to a hefty 25% penalty? Many individuals underestimate the significance of...

Roth Conversion Rules 2025: A Planner’s Guide to Avoiding Costly Mistakes

After nearly 30 years of helping clients navigate retirement, I've seen Roth IRA conversions create tremendous tax-free wealth. But even if you don't convert,...

Roth IRA Recharacterization: The Official “Undo Button” for Your 2025 Contribution Mistake

"Michael, I think I messed up. I need to know about a Roth IRA Recharacterization ASAP" It's a call I get every year. In March...

The Best Roth IRA Account For Me? How To Choose in 2026

After nearly 30 years as a financial planner, I’ve seen one mistake cost investors more than any market crash: choosing the wrong investment account....

Can You Have Both a Roth IRA and a 401(k), and Which Is Better?

Have you ever asked yourself, "Can I have a Roth IRA and a 401(k)?" If so, you're asking the right question, but it's only...

How Many Roth IRAs Can You Have? Learn How You Can Have Multiple Roth IRA’s

Are you wondering how many Roth IRAs can you have? As more Americans look to shore up their retirement savings, Roth individual retirement accounts...

Roth IRA Contribution Limits 2025: A Planner’s Complete Guide

That moment of dread when you get a raise and your first thought is, "Am I about to get penalized for saving for retirement?"...

Roth 401(k) vs. Roth IRA in 2026: A Retired Planner’s Guide to Choosing

Saving for retirement is a financial marathon, and choosing the right account is like picking the right running shoes—the wrong choice can lead to...

How Many IRAs Can You Have? A Comprehensive Guide

Saving for retirement is a top priority for many people, which is why Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) remain one of the most popular investment...

Is There a Penalty For Missing The RMD Deadline? What To Do (2024)

Have you ever wondered what happens if you miss the RMD deadline? And is there a penalty for missing the RMD deadline? You're not...

Roth IRA vs 401k: Key Differences & Finding Your Perfect Fit

Retirement accounts: a world of choices, confusion, and financial uncertainty. We've all been there, overwhelmed by the maze of options, unsure which path to...

SEP IRA Contribution Limits and Deadlines for 2025: A Planner’s Guide

Just this past March 2025, a new client, a freelance marketing consultant, slid a tax projection across my desk showing she owed nearly $40,000...