Spousal Roth, Backdoor Roth, Social Security, Post-Tax Contributions, HSA Strategy: Q&A #2542

Jim and Chris discuss listener questions on spousal Roth IRA eligibility, backdoor Roth contributions using a solo 401k, Social Security timing, post-tax contributions to an IRA and 401k , and an HSA strategy coordinating withdrawals with Roth conversions. (9:30) George asks whether he can contribute to a spousal Roth IRA after his retirement if his wife continues working and their income meets eligibility thresholds. (20:00) A listener wonders if switching from a SEP IRA to a solo 401k would allow him to make backdoor Roth contributions and improve tax deductions. (31:45) The guys address a listener’s plan to claim Social Security at 62 despite having sufficient pension income and IRA savings. (1:01:30) Jim and Chris respond to a question about making post-tax contributions to a traditional IRA and whether post-tax 401k contributions converted to a Roth 401k right away ever create basis. (1:05:45) A listener considers paying medical expenses from his HSA instead of IRA withdrawals to allow more room for Roth conversions without increasing taxes. The post Spousal Roth, Backdoor Roth, Social Security, Post-Tax Contributions, HSA Strategy: Q&A #2542 appeared first on The Retirement and IRA Show .