Ep.#99: Mandatory Roth Catch-Up Contributions & In-Plan Roth Conversions

In this episode of The Hawaii Retirement Show, Jason unpacks a major SECURE 2.0 change taking effect in 2026, the requirement that high-income earners make their catch-up contributions as Roth. He explains how the IRS’s final regulations define the wage threshold and what the update means for different plan sponsors. Jason breaks down how the mandate applies across various employer plans, the implications for employees whose plans don’t offer Roth contributions, and why its impact may vary from one participant to another. He also explores Roth in-plan conversions, detailing how they work, which funds are eligible, the tax considerations, and the strategic reasons many savers use conversions to build tax-free assets or reduce future RMD exposure. Website: https://www.hiretirementshow.com Email Us: [email protected]