Question

How do I calculate how much to convert to a Roth IRA?

Answer

The right conversion amount depends on your total income, filing status, Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amount (IRMAA) thresholds, Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidy limits, and estate goals. Start by estimating your modified adjusted gross income before any conversion, then identify the nearest threshold you want to stay below. Test multiple conversion sizes — including zero — to find the amount that fills your target bracket without falling off hidden cliffs.

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