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Roth Conversions: The Case for and Against Them
Roth IRAs Have you been tempted to jump on the Roth IRA conversions bandwagon? Check out the pros and cons to see if they make sense for you.
By Evan T. Beach, CFP®, AWMA® Last updated
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Social Security and Your Taxes: Five Things to Know
Social Security The Social Security COLA is just one aspect of your benefits that can impact your taxes.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Five Ways to Fund Medicare Part A
The Tax Letter Higher taxes can help stave off the projected 2036 insolvency of Medicare's Hospital Insurance trust fund.
By Joy Taylor Published
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The Average 401(k) Balance by Age
Knowing how your 401(k) balance compares to your peers could be the catalyst to save more.
By Adam Shell Published
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Worst Places to Retire in the U.S.
Whether it reflects the quality of life, quality of healthcare or affordability, Kentucky ranks last as a retirement destination on WalletHub's 2024 survey.
By Kathryn Pomroy Last updated
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Best Places to Retire in the U.S.
Whether it's warmer weather, quality healthcare or a low tax burden, Florida ranks number one as a retirement paradise.
By Kathryn Pomroy Last updated
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SEP IRA Contribution Limits for 2024
SEP IRA A good option for small business owners, SEP IRAs allow individual annual contributions of as much as $69,000 a year.
By Jackie Stewart Last updated
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Calculating Taxes on Social Security Benefits
Social Security The federal government can tax up to 85% of your Social Security benefits, so it's good to know how those taxes are calculated.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Estate Planning in Six Manageable Steps
Getting started on your estate plan can be daunting. Breaking the process down into these six smaller tasks can help you avoid getting overwhelmed.
By Patrick M. Simasko, J.D. Published