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The New QCD Reporting Rule Raises a Big Question for IRA Owners
A new IRS reporting code has exposed conflicting custodian practices with IRA checkbook donations.
How Couples With an Age Gap Should Plan for Retirement
An age gap can complicate retirement. Here’s how couples can coordinate Social Security, investments, healthcare, and long-term care.
Retirees: Should You Take RMDs Early in the Year or Wait?
Assessing the pros and cons of 3 main approaches.
Scammed Out of Your IRA? You Could Still Owe Taxes
Missing the 60-day rollover deadline has tax consequences, but IRS relief may be available.
Don’t Leave Tax Savings on the Table: How to Conduct a Midyear IRA Checkup
Plus, fund ideas for keeping it simple and striving for capital appreciation.
A Hierarchy for Retirement Savings
Confused about which vehicles to fund first? We can help.
5 Things You Need to Know About RMDs This Year
From bigger withdrawal amounts to smart tax and portfolio moves, these RMD developments are worth a closer look.
Do as I Say (Not as I Do)
On my failings as an investor.
IRA Transfers vs. Rollovers: The Rules That Can Cost You
Learn when to use a transfer or a rollover and how to avoid the IRS’ strict 12‑month rule.
Should You Make Roth or Traditional Retirement Plan Contributions? It Depends
Tax-free withdrawals from Roth accounts are a major selling point, but Baird’s Tim Steffen argues that traditional tax-deferred contributions are a good idea in some situations.
Trump Accounts vs. 529: Assessing the Pros and Cons
Baird’s Director of Advanced Planning Tim Steffen discusses how the tax benefits of these two savings vehicles stack up.
TrumpIRA Plan Expands Access, Revives Retirement Policy Debate
The new online IRA marketplace and Saver’s Match could boost participation.
4 Financial Worries to Cross Off Your List
Some concerns belong in the ‘unlikely to happen/deal with it when it actually does’ bin.
IRA Favorites for Your Retirement Saving Plan
It’s always a good time to save for retirement.
4 Financial Tasks You Shouldn’t Put Off
How to make sure these common financial ‘pain points’ don’t imperil your plan.