Posts Tagged ‘distributions’


Roth IRA Conversions For 2010

Icon Provided by Joseph Regenstein IV, CMFC on February 2, 2010

In 2010, anyone may convert a traditional IRA to a Roth IRA. No income limits will stand in the way of the conversion.1 Should you do it? Here’s why it may (or may not) make sense for you to go Roth next year.

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Inheriting an IRA – Make Sure You Pay Attention to the Rules.

Icon Provided by Joseph Regenstein IV, CMFC on November 10, 2009

What do you do when you inherit an IRA? Good question. Most people don’t know the rules and regulations pertaining to inherited IRA assets. You should. You, not the IRS, should benefit the most in this circumstance.

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Don’t Forget These 2009 Tax Breaks!

Icon Provided by Joseph Regenstein IV, CMFC on November 3, 2009

The year goes by, you get busy … and tax-saving opportunities slip away. So as a reminder, this article is here to reacquaint you with some of the notable federal tax breaks offered this year. The first-time homebuyer credit. This is the up-to-$8,000 credit available in 2009 to anyone who hasn’t owned a home during [...]

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