2010 conversion to Roth IRA
Hello,
Recently media have started recommending opening non-deductable IRAs for people who do not qualify for traditional IRAs, so that in 2010 they can convert to Roth IRAs (per 2006 tax law change). My question is does anyone worry that this law can change or be canceled by Democrats as part of rolling back Bush tax-cut plans? In other words, what are the chances that people may get stuck with non-deductable IRAs and not be able to convert due to law changes by the time 2010 come around?
Thank you
Justin
Permalink Submitted by Bruce Steiner on Mon, 2008-02-18 18:46
It’s hard to know what Congress will do. But even though Roth conversions will cost the government a great deal in the long run, they bring in more revenue in the short run.