The Benefits of Pre-Tax 401K Contributions When Saving For Retirement [Video]

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In this episode of “Retiring Today,” we delve into a key question from our online Journey to Retirement Online Workshop: Should you contribute pre-tax 401(k) and then convert to Roth?

– Understanding the tax-saving benefits of Roth conversion.
– Insights into Iowa’s new estate tax law for retirees.
– A deep dive into pre-tax 401(k) contributions vs. Roth 401(k) plans.
– Practical tips to save on state taxes with strategic contributions.
– The importance of a customized and comprehensive tax plan.

Loren Merkle, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, RETIREMENT INCOME CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL FIDUCIARY®
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Clint Huntrods, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL FIDUCIARY®, PhD, Retirement Planner
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Molly Nelson, Host of Retiring Today
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Chapter
00:00 Pre-tax 401k or Roth
1:37 State tax change in Iowa
4:05 Don’t wait until retirement to plan

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