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June 2, 2025 19 mins

In Episode 77 of Accessible Finance, we tackle a pressing question: 'How do I reduce my tax bill before I retire?' Eric and Rachael discuss critical strategies for those nearing retirement, including deferring income, maximizing pre-tax contributions, leveraging donor-advised funds for charitable giving, and planning Roth conversions. They delve into the importance of preparing for retirement well in advance, ideally five years prior, and touch upon key concepts like marginal effective tax rates, RMDs, and more. Tune in to learn how to set yourself up for a secure and tax-efficient retirement.

00:00 Introduction to Episode 77

00:38 Deferring Income Before Retirement

02:41 Maximizing Charitable Contributions

07:03 Planning for Roth Conversions

09:14 Understanding Marginal and Effective Tax Rates

11:28 Avoiding Tax Cliffs and Hidden Landmines

14:33 Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) Explained

17:17 The Importance of Early Financial Planning

19:28 Conclusion and Contact Information

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