Roth conversions are definitely gaining lots of popularity, especially with the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 expiring in 2026. Because of this, I have noticed consumers believe they should automatically start converting their IRAs and 401ks to Roth accounts!
First and foremost, you have to run the numbers. For every scenario that is a “home run” like the one I’ll discuss today, there is a scenario where it does not make sense. Or, perhaps the time isn’t right (yet).
Make sure to check out this latest episode to hear the first of our three-part series from our recent educational workshop, “How to Reduce Taxes in Retirement.”
Enjoy!
Kevin Lao
I am the owner and lead financial planner @ IFS. We are an independent firm specializing in retirement planning. I also host The Planning for Retirement Podcast and can be found on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and other streaming services. I live in Chattanooga, TN with my wife, three boys and two rescue pups. I love to travel, play golf and smoke (and eat) meats.
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