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Should I Rollover my 401k into an IRA?

With very few exceptions, the answer is easy: Yes, rollover your 401k as soon as possible. read more »
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Retirement Withdrawal Strategies

A look at how to order distributions from accounts during retirement. (i.e., should you take money out of your Roth first? Your 401k? Your taxable ac[...] read more »
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Tradition IRA versus Roth IRA — Which One Should You Choose?

Excellent look at the choice one may make between the Traditional, Pre-Tax IRA vs the Roth IRA. Choose wisely and benefit from the savings on taxes o[...] read more »
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The New Roth Rollover Rules Explained

To help you understand how the new rules work, here are the answers to several key questions I've received. read more »
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Can You Rollover Your 401k to a Roth IRA?

Whenever you leave your job, you have a decision to make with your 401k plan. Typically, most people will initiate a 401k rollover to a traditional I[...] read more »
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Which Type of IRA is Best for Me?

An explanation of Roth IRAs as compared to Traditional IRAs. read more »
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Should I Convert my Traditional IRA to a Roth IRA?

Just because you *can* convert your traditional IRA to a Roth IRA doesn't mean you necessary *should* convert it. read more »
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College Savings: Roth IRA, 529 Plan, or Coverdell?

A comparison of the various options for saving for college. (Hint: Roth IRA is generally a poor choice.) read more »
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» Roth IRA Account Explained

The Roth IRA account is one of the best retirement accounts available and one you should using if you aren't. Here's a good description of the acco[...] read more »
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5 Year Rule for Roth IRA Qualified Distributions

The Five Year Rule pertains to when you can take qualified distributions from your Roth IRA tax and penalty free. read more »
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72(t) Distribution Rules

An introduction to the 72(t) rules, which allow investors to withdraw money from an IRA prior to age 59 1/2 if they satisfy certain requirements. read more »
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What is a Roth IRA Conversion?

One way to take advantage of the market's current decline is to look into converting your Traditional IRA to a Roth IRA. Here's how to do it. read more »
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Tax Diversification — Why It Pays To Tax Diversify

We hear a lot about diversifying across asset classes and within asset classes. But there's another, lesser-known form of diversification from which[...] read more »
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Choosing The Best IRA For Your Needs: Traditional Or Roth

An overview of which type of IRA to choose based on your circumstances and tax situation. read more »
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Tax Diversification: Roth IRA vs. Traditional IRA

Sometimes the correct answer to "Roth or traditional?" is "a little bit of both." :) read more »
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