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End-of-the-Year Money Moves. 2020 Edition

December 12, 2020 By Retegy

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Here are some things you might consider before saying goodbye to 2020. What has changed for you in 2020? For many, this year has been as complicated as learning a new dance. Did you start a new job or leave a job behind? That’s one step. Did you retire? There’s another step. Did you start a family? That’s practically a pirouette. If notable changes occurred in your perso … [Read more...] about End-of-the-Year Money Moves. 2020 Edition

2021 Limits for IRAs, 401(k)s and More

November 1, 2020 By Retegy

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Numbers to know for the new year. On October 26, the Treasury Department released the 2021 adjusted figures for retirement account savings. Although these adjustments won’t bring any major changes, there are some minor elements to note. 401(k)s. The salary deferral amount for 401(k)s remains the same at $19,500, while the catch-up amount of $6,500 also remains u … [Read more...] about 2021 Limits for IRAs, 401(k)s and More

Why Roth IRA Conversions May Now Be Advantageous

October 24, 2020 By Retegy

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Thanks to a couple of factors, some investors are thinking about this move before 2020 ends. Roth IRAs have attracted retirement savers since their introduction in 1998. They offer the potential for tax-free retirement income, provided Internal Revenue Service rules are followed. Do Roth IRAs seem even more attractive these days? Perhaps. You can cite two factors: … [Read more...] about Why Roth IRA Conversions May Now Be Advantageous

FAFSA Applications Are Now Open

October 17, 2020 By Retegy

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Federal Student Aid opportunities are often first-come, first-served. Applications for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) are now open for the academic year 2021-22. Applying for the FAFSA allows you to qualify for grants, scholarships, and other federally-sourced aid, such as work-study or student loans. The applications opened on October 1, 2020, and … [Read more...] about FAFSA Applications Are Now Open

“Backdoor” Roth IRAs

June 17, 2020 By Retegy

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If you make too much money to open a Roth IRA, you could create one this way. You can sum up the appeal of a Roth IRA in three words: federal tax benefit. Potential earnings in a Roth IRA grow tax free as long as the owner abides by the Internal Revenue Service (I.R.S.) rules, and withdrawals are federally tax free once you reach age 59½ and have held the Roth IRA for at … [Read more...] about “Backdoor” Roth IRAs

“Mega Backdoor Roth” – The Definitive Guide

December 12, 2018 By Vladimir Kouznetsov

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What is “Mega Backdoor Roth IRA”? It is a financial planning technique that deals with contributing funds to a Roth IRA retirement savings account. Why does my Roth IRA need a “backdoor”? Your direct contributions to Roth IRA may be limited. There are two different limitations. The first limitation deals with the amount of money you can contribute to the account. In 2018 the … [Read more...] about “Mega Backdoor Roth” – The Definitive Guide

4 Things to Know About Backdoor Roth IRA Conversions

November 15, 2018 By Vladimir Kouznetsov

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A backdoor Roth IRA conversion is a way of funding a Roth IRA account with a traditional IRA conversion instead of a direct contribution. People with relatively high incomes are unable to directly contribute to a Roth IRA. In 2018, the limitation starts at $120,000 for single taxpayers and $189,000 for married filing jointly. To get around this issue, they can make a … [Read more...] about 4 Things to Know About Backdoor Roth IRA Conversions

Avoid Tax Consequences With a Direct 401(k) Rollover

June 4, 2018 By Vladimir Kouznetsov

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If you've ever left a job where you had 401(k) or similar retirement plan, you've probably received a letter from the plan administrator outlining the different options you have and their tax consequences. This document is pretty straightforward from the perspective of a tax professional or someone who works in the retirement space, however, for those without this level of … [Read more...] about Avoid Tax Consequences With a Direct 401(k) Rollover

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