How to Lower Your Taxes Before Retirement | Episode 77 of Accessible Finance

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 7700:38 Deferring Income Before Retirement02:41 Maximizing Charitable Contributions07:03 Planning for Roth Conversions09:14 Understanding Marginal and Effective Tax Rates11:28 Avoiding Tax Cliffs and Hidden Landmines14:33 Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) Explained17:17 The Importance of Early Financial Planning19:28 Conclusion and Contact Information