Saving for retirement isn't just about throwing money into a hole and hoping it will grow. You have to nurture that money with prudent decisions, too, such as building a portfolio that aligns with ...

Key Points Roth IRAs offer a world of benefits over traditional retirement plans. Converting a traditional 401(k) plan to a ...

It might seem counter intuitive to decide to pay MORE taxes now, rather than defer them, but in some cases, that can be a smart, tax-efficient strategy. Have I piqued your curiosity? I want to ...

Retirement might seem like a lifetime away, but now is the time to start saving. There are several different types of retirement savings plans to choose from, but opening a Roth IRA can pay off. A ...

Explore your options as a Roth IRA beneficiary, from spousal transfers to required withdrawals, depending on your relationship to the original account holder.

Converting to a backdoor Roth IRA via an IRS "loophole" is an estate planning tool that gives heirs tax-free income in ...

In life, you often get second chances — and the same is true with investing. To illustrate: You might not have been able to contribute to a Roth IRA during your working years due to your income level, ...

Do funds in a Roth IRA get the benefit of a stepped-up basis for my heirs when I die? No, the cost basis of the assets held within your IRA will not step up or reset to their current market value when ...

This post may contain links from our sponsors and affiliates, and Flywheel Publishing may receive compensation for actions taken through them. One of the most important decisions anyone has to make in ...

IBD wants people to save, invest and do well. One way to do that is by using a Roth IRA. This column will give a quick overview of this type of account — as well as some ideas on how different IBD ...

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