Smart Tax Planning
Paying Less in Taxes Starts with a Plan
Once you retire, your income may feel more flexible—but so are your taxes. That’s why smart planning in the years before and after retirement can make a meaningful difference in how much of your money stays yours.
At Freedom Financial Planning Solutions, we help you find opportunities to reduce your lifetime tax burden—not just your tax bill this year. Roth conversions, strategic withdrawals, and tax-aware planning can help turn your savings into long-term income with fewer surprises.
What We Help You Figure Out:
Should I be doing Roth conversions?
We help you evaluate if converting now could reduce future taxes—especially during low-income years or before RMDs begin. It’s not right for everyone, but it’s worth exploring with a clear plan.
When should I take money from which account?
We guide you through a tax-aware withdrawal strategy—coordinating traditional, Roth, and taxable accounts to support steady income while minimizing unnecessary tax spikes.
How do I manage Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs)?
We plan for RMDs well before they start, helping you avoid surprises and potentially reduce their impact with smart withdrawals or Roth conversions in the years leading up to age 73.
Can I reduce my tax burden without lowering my lifestyle?
Yes—many strategies are about timing, not sacrifice. We help you keep more of what you’ve earned, without disrupting your quality of life.
Is this just about Roth conversions, or something more?
Roth conversions are one tool—we also look at withdrawal sequencing, bracket management, Medicare IRMAA thresholds, and seasonal income planning as part of a bigger strategy.
our ongoing process
Looking Beyond This Year’s Return
01
Review Your Current Picture
We look at your account balances, expected income, and filing status to understand where you stand.
02
Map the Strategy
We run scenarios to show how strategic conversions or withdrawals might lower your long-term tax burden.
03
Coordinate
We align the tax piece with your spending, Social Security, investment goals, and future needs.
04
Adjust as Needed
We revisit your plan annually—because no tax situation is static.