FinanceRoth IRA
#RI-69a83eb5·4 months ago·
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“Keep track of Roth basis forms”
What Actually Happened
Assumed IRS/brokerage kept track of basis, now need to prove contributions
What I wish I knew
"Save all relevant forms forever"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Keep track of Roth basis forms to avoid penalties"
Regret Index
8/10
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The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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