​Do you own a traditional IRA but think a Roth may be a better option? You’re not alone. The Roth IRA has become an increasingly popular savings vehicle. That popularity is driven largely by its unique tax treatment, which allows you to take tax-free distributions in retirement and leave a tax-free asset for your loved ones.
 
Not everyone can contribute to a Roth IRA, however. Roth contributions are governed by income limits. If you’re a high earner, you likely haven’t been able to put money in a Roth. The traditional IRA doesn’t have income limits for contributions. Your traditional IRA contributions may not be deductible if you have high income, but that doesn’t mean you can’t contribute.

​Many baby boomers worry about supporting their adult children. However, it may not be their children who need help. It could be their parents. According to a study from A Place for Mom, 28 percent of Americans are either already caring for their elderly parents or will need to at some point in the future. The same study found that 86 percent of Americans are worried they won’t have the financial stability to do so.1
 
Americans’ life spans are extending longer than ever, but that longevity can bring big challenges. While living longer is generally viewed as a positive development, it can also lead to an increased need for care and support later in life.