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Banned from making transfers or told they must wait to retire, older people tell of fears for their life savings

Having a good tax plan can help keep you on top of what you need to do to maximize your savings for your golden years.

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Your taxes in retirement might not be lower, and you could be facing a looming tax bill because of RMDs. Consider preparing now with Roth conversions.

A reader makes a request that at first appears not achievable, but with some maneuvering of the retirement income plan building blocks, we find it can work.

Instead of cashing out or leaving your 401(k) account behind, consider consolidating your savings in your new employer's plan. Here's how.

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The taxes you’re facing on your tax-deferred retirement savings don’t have to be so daunting. Check here to find out if you're a candidate for a Roth conversion.

If you have employer stock in your 401(k), net unrealized appreciation is a strategy to minimize your taxes.