Generally speaking, this matters for Social Security optimization because Roth IRA distributions, unlike traditional IRA withdrawals, are not included in provisional income calculations.
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Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
27 Mar. 2026
Traditional IRAs force withdrawals starting at age 73, which means less control over your tax bill in retirement.
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