Mega Backdoor Roth Explained: What Is It and How It Works

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Unlock one of the most powerful tax and wealth-building strategies available today: the Mega Backdoor Roth. In this episode, Mat Sorensen breaks down how you can contribute up to $70,000 each year into Roth accounts, creating massive tax-free growth for retirement. Originally filmed for the Mat Sorensen YouTube channel, this special episode is now available on the Directed IRA Podcast.

Mat explains step by step:

Why the Mega Backdoor Roth is so effective for high-income earners
How to use a 401(k) or Solo 401(k) to maximize Roth contributions
The role of after-tax contributions and how to convert them
Key rules, qualifications, and pitfalls to avoid
Why rolling funds to a Roth IRA can provide greater investment flexibility and lower fees

Whether you’re a high earner with a workplace 401(k) or a self-employed professional with a Solo 401(k), this strategy can help you supercharge your retirement savings and build wealth tax free.

Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction to Mega Backdoor Roth

01:15 - Breaking Down the $70K Strategy

02:12 - After-Tax Contributions Explained

05:17 - Converting to Roth: Two Options

08:19 - Potential Snags and Limitations

10:17 - Disclaimer and Closing

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Chapters

1. Introduction to Mega Backdoor Roth (00:00:00)

2. Breaking Down the $70K Strategy (00:01:15)

3. After-Tax Contributions Explained (00:02:12)

4. Converting to Roth: Two Options (00:05:17)

5. Potential Snags and Limitations (00:08:19)

6. Disclaimer and Closing (00:10:17)

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