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Marcus Vance, CFP®

Senior Retirement Strategist

Marcus Vance, CFP®
Verified Editor

Marcus Vance, CFP®

Senior Retirement Strategist at RothIRACalculator.us

Marcus has over 15 years of experience in wealth management and retirement planning. He specializes in designing tax-optimized withdrawal strategies, Roth conversion mapping, and long-term asset location models for retirees and early-stage wealth builders.

Articles written by Marcus Vance (9)

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Strategy9 min read

Roth vs. Traditional IRA: Which Wins for You?

Tax now or tax later? The right answer depends on your current bracket, future income, and time horizon.

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Strategy9 min read

Tax Diversification: Why You Want Roth, Traditional, AND Taxable Accounts

The smartest retirees pull from different account types each year to minimize taxes.

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Strategy9 min read

The Roth Game Plan for High Earners

Make over the Roth income limits? You still have powerful tax-free wealth options.

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Strategy9 min read

Asset Location: What to Hold in Your Roth IRA

Not all investments deserve a spot in your tax-free account. Here's how to prioritize.

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Strategy9 min read

Why Early Retirees Should Love Roth Conversions

The gap years between retirement and Social Security are a Roth conversion goldmine.

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Strategy9 min read

Roth IRAs as an Estate Planning Tool

Heirs receive Roth IRAs tax-free — making them one of the best assets to leave behind.

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Strategy9 min read

Roth 401(k) vs. Roth IRA: Which Should You Max First?

Both offer tax-free retirement income — but they're not the same. Here's how to prioritize.

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Strategy9 min read

A Lifetime Roth IRA Strategy by Decade

From your 20s to your 70s, here's how to use your Roth IRA at every stage of life.

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Withdrawals9 min read

How the SECURE Act 2.0 Changed Roth IRAs

From higher RMD ages to Roth 401(k) RMD elimination, here's what changed.

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