Posts Tagged ‘roth’
The Roth Way to Riches
The Roth Way to Riches By Roy Lewis With all the recent tax-code changes, it seems a number of taxpayers have forgotten the Roth IRA. That’s a shame, because it’s far more than an ordinary retirement savings account. Roth IRAs are tax-favored accounts to which qualified taxpayers can make non-deductible, after-tax contributions. Those contributions can…
Read MoreThe Roth IRA Advantage: A Closer Look
The Roth IRA Advantage: A Closer Look Since its debut in 1997, the Roth IRA, naturally enough, has been sold mainly as a retirement account. To be sure, the prospect of a stream of tax-free income to support a comfortable retirement is a powerful stimulant. To earn that freedom from taxes, you do have to…
Read MoreWhich Type of IRA Is Best: Pre-Tax or Roth?
Which Type of IRA Is Best: Pre-Tax or Roth? When it comes to retirement savings account it’s the age-old question: pretax or Roth? For starters, no two situations are exactly alike, so there is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question. It will all depend on your situation and your financial goals. However, there are some…
Read MoreWhen Should I Convert From a Traditional to a Roth?
When Should I Convert From a Traditional to a Roth? If you own a traditional IRA then chances are you’ve considered converting it to a Roth IRA. At the very least, you’ve heard about this option and wondered if it’s right for you. Both types of IRAs are good. A traditional IRA is a way…
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