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Traditional retirement accounts may be taxed heavily from "summary" of The Power of Zero, Revised and Updated by David McKnight
When it comes to traditional retirement accounts, it's important to understand that the taxes on these accounts can be quite burdensome. Many people believe that they will be in a lower tax bracket when they retire, therefore paying less in taxes. However, this may not always be the case. In fact, taxes in retirement are a big unknown for many individuals. The reality is that taxes have the potential to rise in the future, and if you have a significant portion of your retirement savings in a traditional account, you could end up paying more in taxes than you anticipated. This is especially true if you have a large amount of money in tax-deferred accounts such as a 401(k) or an IRA. One of the main reasons traditional retirement accounts may be taxed heavily is due to the Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) that kick in once you reach a certain age. These distributions are essentially the government's way of ensuring that they get their share of the ...
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