When Do Roth Conversions STOP Making Sense? - 535

Ryan in Texas is in the 32% tax bracket. Where should he save for retirement so he'll be in a lower bracket? Should Weronika in Texas pay the taxes now to convert to Roth for lifetime tax-free growth in the future, even though she's in the 37% tax bracket? And Jerry in Phoenix wonders if there is a point where Joe would come to the conclusion that Roth conversions no longer make sense? Stay tuned for the 7 reasons to consider NOT converting to Roth, today on Your Money, Your Wealth podcast number 535 with Joe Anderson, CFP® and Big Al Clopine, CPA. First up, a word of Roth conversion thanks from Al in Florida.

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro: This Week on the YMYW Podcast

00:44 - Thanks for Suggesting a Roth Conversion During the Market Drop (comment from Al, FL)

03:38 - In the 32% Tax Bracket. Where Should I Save for Retirement to Be in a Lower Bracket? (Ryan, TX)

07:57 - In the 37% Bracket: Backdoor Roth or Non-Roth Investments for Retirement Savings? (Weronika, TX)

12:25 - Watch The Last 5 Years Before Retirement Will Decide Your Lifestyle - Here's How on YMYW TV. Calculate your free Financial Blueprint

13:23 - Is There a Point Where Roth Conversions No Longer Make Sense? (Jerry, Phoenix, AZ)

25:26 - YMYW Podcast Outro