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Your Retirement Tax Bracket Might Be Higher Than You Think
Background One of the most commonly-searched phrases around taxes and retirement is “retirement tax brackets.” Your clients want to know what to expect in retirement. However, when it comes […]
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Required minimum distributions (RMDs) are certainly a reason that a person’s tax rate might go up in retirement, but they’re not the only reason. There are a number of possible scenarios in which a person faces higher taxes in retirement when compared to their earning years. (And if you need help with planning for taxes in retirement, consider matching with a financial advisor.)
Read MoreClients Don’t Care About Roth vs. Traditional IRAs. So What?
Many financial advisors will object to the headline of this article, but advisors represent an incredibly small percentage of all taxpayers. Very few taxpayers care to be able to describe the difference between a Roth IRA and a traditional IRA. What they want to know is which option is right for them and what action they should take.
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