How Should I Split Retirement Withdrawals Between Pretax and Roth Accounts?

In this episode, we're talking about the importance of a strategic withdrawal plan in retirement to keep taxes in check and set you up for long-term financial stability. Ari and I break down why a simple 50/50 split between traditional and Roth accounts isn't enough—you need to plan based on your tax situation and future needs. Using a listener's example, we walk you through how to think about tax brackets, required minimum distributions (RMDs), and when it might make sense to convert funds to a Roth IRA. We also discuss the role of asset location—putting riskier investments in Roth accounts for tax-free growth and stable investments in traditional IRAs for withdrawals. It’s all about balancing tax strategies with your lifestyle goals. At Root, we prioritize your purpose first, and we encourage you to explore our resources, like our podcasts, YouTube channel, and community, to learn more about smart retirement planning. ======================= 🔗 Connect with us → https://learn.rootfinancialpartners.c... Join our free community → https://root-collective-58ba64.circle... Facebook:   / rootfinancialpartners   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rootfinanci... LinkedIn:   / root-financial-partners   ⏱Timestamps:⏱ 0:00 - The comment that prompted this chat 2:39 - Run some projections 5:14 - The benefit of Roth 7:31 - Asset location and allocation 10:07 - Root reserves 13:50 - More often than not 15:22 - Tax insurance 17:17 - Cart before the horse? 19:30 - It starts with purpose 21:33 - Where to find James and Ari Advisory services are offered through Root Financial Partners, LLC, an SEC registered investment adviser. This content is intended for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered personalized investment, tax, or legal advice. We do not provide tax preparation or legal services. Always consult with your CPA or attorney regarding your specific situation. Viewing this video does not create an advisory relationship with Root Financial. We only provide advisory services to clients under a written agreement. Investment strategies discussed may not be suitable for everyone. All investments involve risk, and past performance is not indicative of future results. Any opinions expressed are as of the date of recording and are subject to change. Comments left on this video reflect the views and opinions of the individual commenters and do not necessarily represent the views of Root Financial Partners, LLC. Comments should not be considered a testimonial or endorsement of our services and have not been solicited or compensated. Root does not verify the accuracy of comments and is not responsible for their content.