5 Reasons NOT to Convert to a Roth IRA

We’ve published a lot of content that highlights how Roth conversions can be a helpful tax planning strategy for someone who is preparing for or going through retirement. However, Roth conversions aren’t for everyone. There are also reasons not to convert to a Roth IRA.

Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction
01:49 – The 5 Reasons Not to Covert to a Roth IRA
04:43 – 1. You Think Your Tax Rate Will Be Lower in the Future
06:47 – 2. Your RMDs Won’t Force You Into a Higher Tax Bracket
10:05 – 3. You’re Planning to Make QCDs
12:04 – 4. You Don’t Have the Money to Pay the Tax
16:19 – 5. Life Expectancy
20:49 – What We Learned Today

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