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Roth Conversion Tax Traps
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In this episode of the 'Thoughts On Money' podcast, co-host Blaine Carver and guest Darren Lightfoot delve into the intricacies of Roth conversions and the potential tax traps associated with them. Blaine shares personal anecdotes and explains why Roth conversions, despite their popularity, require careful consideration of several factors that go beyond simple tax bracket comparisons. They discuss how adjustments in adjusted gross income (AGI) and modified AGI (MAGI) can affect various aspects such as Social Security taxation, Medicare premiums, capital gains taxes, and eligibility for tax credits. Key insights are provided on navigating these hidden pitfalls and the importance of consulting with financial professionals for tailored advice.
00:00 Introduction and Host Welcome 00:38 Beach Story and Weather Analogy 02:50 Introduction to Roth Conversions 04:34 Detailed Tax Traps in Roth Conversions 08:18 Impact on Social Security and Medicare 12:12 Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCD) 14:50 Dividends, Capital Gains, and Tax Credits 18:20 Final Thoughts and Advice 24:01 Podcast Conclusion and Disclaimers
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Manage episode 489850080 series 3315608
This week's blogpost - xxxx
In this episode of the 'Thoughts On Money' podcast, co-host Blaine Carver and guest Darren Lightfoot delve into the intricacies of Roth conversions and the potential tax traps associated with them. Blaine shares personal anecdotes and explains why Roth conversions, despite their popularity, require careful consideration of several factors that go beyond simple tax bracket comparisons. They discuss how adjustments in adjusted gross income (AGI) and modified AGI (MAGI) can affect various aspects such as Social Security taxation, Medicare premiums, capital gains taxes, and eligibility for tax credits. Key insights are provided on navigating these hidden pitfalls and the importance of consulting with financial professionals for tailored advice.
00:00 Introduction and Host Welcome 00:38 Beach Story and Weather Analogy 02:50 Introduction to Roth Conversions 04:34 Detailed Tax Traps in Roth Conversions 08:18 Impact on Social Security and Medicare 12:12 Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCD) 14:50 Dividends, Capital Gains, and Tax Credits 18:20 Final Thoughts and Advice 24:01 Podcast Conclusion and Disclaimers
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