011: Roth IRAs May be the Greatest Tax Benefit to Retirees

Retirement Equals Freedom

You’ve heard it before: Timing is everything. On this episode of The Retirement = Freedom Podcast we’re learning about the ins and outs of the Roth IRA and why it’s such a fantastic savings tool, so long as it's executed correctly. Host Josh Bretl gets into the finer points of tax-deferred versus tax-free distributions, what conditions must be met to make Roth contributions and the peace of mind that can come from leveraging the option. It’s one of the few vehicles that we can count on to maximize savings while minimizing future tax burden.

Like all things financial planning, the timing of when to contribute is highly individualized and has to be part of a broader strategic approach. With help from his fearless sidekick, Dave Schmidt, Josh teases out some of the specific benefits Roth IRAs confer, even after death, and also how they work as a potential investment opportunity in down markets like the one we’re in today.

Finally, you’ll learn why the Roth IRA offers a tremendous hedge against future taxes and why income earners who plan now can enjoy peace of mind (and generous post-tax distributions) later on in retirement. (And, no, Dave. It’s not the same thing as hoarding TGI Fridays rewards points that actually belonged to the friends who paid for your high school burgers and fries!)

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