#96 - Year-End Tax Checklist: RMD Deadlines, Roth Conversions, and Tax Saving Strategies

This week, we discuss a year-end tax checklist to help you get situated for a great 2026. On today's episode: ❓ What are RMDs? 📊 Roth Conversions ⚖️ How to Reallocate 💰 Tax Saving Strategies   ** A Roth IRA conversion—sometimes called a backdoor Roth strategy—is a way to contribute to a Roth IRA when income exceeds standard limits. The converted amount is treated as taxable income and may affect your tax bracket. Federal, state, and local taxes may apply. If you’re required to take a minimum distribution in the year of conversion, it must be completed before converting. To qualify for tax-free withdrawals, you must generally be age 59½ and hold the converted funds in the Roth IRA for at least five years. Each conversion has its own five-year period, and early withdrawals may be subject to a 10% penalty unless an exception applies. Income limits still apply for future direct Roth IRA contributions. This material is for informational purposes only and does not constitute tax, legal, or investment advice. Please consult a qualified tax professional regarding your individual circumstances. This is a hypothetical example and is not representative of any specific situation. Your results will vary. The hypothetical rates of return used do not reflect the deduction of fees and charges inherent to investing. ** At Full Swing Financial Planning, we are here to empower you to take control of your plan, your way, for your financial future! 📩 Contact Full Swing Financial Planning: Address: 1725 1st Ave S, Fort Dodge, IA 50501 Phone: 515-308-4545 Email Kole Petersen: Kole@fullswingfp.com Email Cole Jaeschke: Cole@fullswingfp.com Email Baileigh Ashbrook: Baileigh@fullswingfp.com 🌐 Follow Full Swing Financial Planning: Website: https://www.fullswingfinancial.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fullswingfinancialplanning LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/full-swing-financial-planning/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HowToMoneyPodcast Kole Petersen: https://www.facebook.com/kolefullswingfinancialplanning Cole Jaeschke: https://www.facebook.com/colefullswingfinancialplanning Baileigh Ashbrook: https://www.facebook.com/baileighfullswingfinancialplanning This podcast is presented by Full Swing Financial Planning and is produced by Spin Markket + Digital (https://www.spinmarkket.com). #HowToMoney #FinancialLiteracy #MoneyTips #FinancialPlanning #InvestingForBeginners #WealthBuilding #RetirementPlanning #SmartInvesting #PersonalFinance #MoneyManagement #InvestingTips #FinancialEducation #FinancialIndependence #BudgetingTips #MoneyMindset #Investing101 #DebtFreeJourney