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This week on Retire Ready, host Kyle Hammerschmidt breaks down the latest updates and strategies to help you maximize your retirement savings. With big changes to contribution limits thanks to the Secure Act 2.0, it’s more important than ever to stay informed and plan ahead.

🎧 Highlights from the Episode:

• 🚀 2025 Contribution Limit Updates: Learn about the new limits for 401(k), 403(b), 457 plans, and the federal Thrift Savings Plan—now up to $23,500 (with even bigger boosts for those 60–63).
• 💼 Catch-Up Contributions: Why these changes are a game-changer for pre-retirement savers and how you can take full advantage.
• 🏦 IRA Contribution Insights: Uncover the key differences in IRA and Roth IRA limits for 2025, including strategies like the Backdoor Roth IRA for high-income earners.
• 💡 The Power of Compounding: Why investing consistently, no matter the market, is the key to long-term growth.

Kyle's expert tips will empower you to make informed decisions and build a comfortable retirement nest egg. Whether you’re decades away or

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Sources:
1. 401(k) limit increases to $23,500 for 2025, IRA limit remains $7,000 | Internal Revenue Service
2. Older Workers to Get ‘Super’ 401(k) Catch-Up Contributions in 2025 - The New York Times
3. Backdoor Roth IRA: Advantages and Tax Implications Explained
4. What the new 401(k) limits and other changes mean for your retirement

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In this episode, Kyle, dives into one of his favorite tax planning tools: Roth conversions. If you’ve got over a million dollars saved in your retirement accounts, this could be the most impactful eight minutes of your week.

Learn how Roth conversions can transform your retirement savings, offering benefits like tax-free withdrawals, freedom from Required Minimum Distributions, and protection against future tax hikes. Discover how they can help diversify your income, optimize your estate plan, and even lower your future Medicare premiums.

Kyle breaks it all down with real-life examples, clear explanations, and actionable insights tailored for those in their 50s or 60s aiming for a work-optional lifestyle. Whether you’re planning for the future or refining your strategy, this episode equips you with the knowledge to decide if Roth conversions are right for you.

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Welcome to Retire Ready, the podcast that simplifies the complexities of retirement planning so you can confidently prepare for your golden years. Hosted by Kyle Hammerschmidt, this show dives into crucial topics like Social Security, retirement income strategies, and the decisions that can make or break your financial future.

In this episode, we cover:

The basics of Social Security: how it works and how to qualify.
The impact of claiming Social Security early vs. delaying benefits.
Spousal and ex-spousal benefits: what they are and how to maximize them.
The current state of Social Security and the projected 2035 trust fund depletion.
Taxes on Social Security benefits and strategies to minimize them.
Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA) and how inflation affects your benefits.
Tips for maximizing your retirement income with smart Social Security planning.
Whether you're just starting to think about retirement or you're nearing the finish line, Retire Ready equips you with the knowledge to make informed decisions and achieve financial peace of mind.

Planning your retirement starts now—tune in and take charge of your future!

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Disclosure: You should always consult a financial, tax, or legal professional familiar with your unique circumstances before making any financial decisions. This podcast is intended for educational purposes only. Nothing in this podcast constitutes a solicitation for the sale or purchase of any securities. Any mentioned rates of return are historical or hypothetical in nature and are not a guarantee of future returns. Past performance does not guarantee future performance. Future returns may be lower or higher. Investments involve risk. Investment values will fluctuate with market conditions, and security positions, when sold, may be worth less or more than their original cost. MOKAN Wealth Management is a registered investment adviser with the SEC. Registration of an investment adviser does not imply a certain level of skill or training.