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Is a Roth Conversion Right For You? 3 Questions to Ask First

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To Roth, or not to Roth? That's the question facing millions of retirees and pre-retirees this year.

For many, a Roth conversion is a great way to defuse the 'tax bomb' of future Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs). But paying taxes upfront is a bad deal if the strategy doesn't fit your long-term goals. If you're currently debating a conversion, start by asking yourself these three questions to make sure you're making a choice that will save you money in the long run.

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