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The Golden Window: A Top Tax Strategy for the Right Retirees


Published on 2025-03-01 18:20:56 - Kiplinger
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  • Maximize your retirement savings and minimize your tax burdens by taking advantage of the strategic 'Golden Window' before Social Security and RMDs begin.

The article from Kiplinger discusses a tax strategy known as "The Golden Window," which is particularly beneficial for retirees who have not yet started taking Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) from their retirement accounts. This strategy involves converting a portion of traditional IRA funds to a Roth IRA during the years when a retiree's income might be lower, thus potentially falling into a lower tax bracket. By doing so, retirees can pay taxes on the conversion at a lower rate than they might in the future when RMDs could push them into a higher tax bracket. The article highlights that this window of opportunity exists before RMDs kick in at age 73 (or 75 for those reaching 74 after December 31, 2032), allowing for tax diversification, potential tax savings, and the benefit of tax-free growth and withdrawals from the Roth IRA. It also notes the importance of considering one's overall financial situation, including other income sources, potential changes in tax laws, and the need for careful planning to optimize this strategy.

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