How Much Should I Be Saving?
It’s essential to tackle the monumental variables of future tax rates, inflation projections, and portfolio return expectations.
April 19, 2021
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It’s essential to tackle the monumental variables of future tax rates, inflation projections, and portfolio return expectations.
Rather than trying to predict market drops, focus on preparation: consult your plan, build your emergency fund, and ensure short-term funds are secure.
Market dips can be opportunities for strategic moves like converting depreciated securities to a Roth IRA, but navigating taxes and long-term growth requires expert guidance from a Financial Planner.
Consider the tax benefits: accumulating funds in an after-tax 401k versus a direct rollover to a Roth IRA offers different retirement outcomes, emphasizing the importance of long-term planning.
Minors can have Roth IRAs, allowing them to contribute 100% of earned income up to $6,000 annually, offering a substantial head start towards financial independence, with penalty-free access to contributions.
Avoid tapping into retirement savings prematurely to prevent a costly mistake, exemplified by a man facing a hefty 50% tax hit on a $200k IRA withdrawal for a condo purchase, stressing the importance of resisting impulsive financial decisions.
You can contribute to a Roth IRA in various ways beyond direct contributions, allowing flexibility even if your income exceeds certain limits.
Learn three ways to create tax-free income: Roth accounts, cash value life insurance, and Health Savings Accounts offer opportunities for tax-free distributions and growth.
The Back Door IRA strategy involves contributing to a non-deductible IRA and converting it to a Roth IRA, but if you have a Traditional IRA, it gets more complicated, so it’s best to seek guidance.
Avoid withholding during Roth conversions if you’re under 59 ½ to prevent a 10% penalty on any mismatch between the converted amount and withheld taxes.
To maximize the benefits of converting your IRA to a Roth, consider aligning your conversions with your current tax bracket.
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