Here's How to Pay Zero Taxes on a $100k Retirement Income (Easier Than You Think)

James Conole, CFP® March 15, 2025
Video Thumbnail
James Conole, CFP® Logo

James Conole, CFP®

@rootfp

About

Hi, I'm James 👋 — a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and founder of Root Financial. Each week, I share videos to help you make smart decisions about saving, investing, spending, and tax strategies — all to help you get the most out of life with your money. But true fulfillment goes beyond finances, so I also explore how your values and money align to support the life you want to live. At Root, we help clients with retirement, investing, and financial planning. Learn more or schedule a call at rootfinancial.com. Root Financial Partners, LLC (“Root”) is a Registered Investment Adviser. Content may include topics related to tax planning and estate planning but should not be considered tax or legal advice. This material is for informational purposes only and not personalized advice. Investing involves risk. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Always consult your CPA, attorney, or financial planner before making financial decisions.

Video Description

Paying no federal income taxes in retirement might sound impossible—but with the right planning, it can be done! In this video, I'll walk you through a step-by-step example showing how a retired couple could generate $100,000 of income while paying $0 in federal taxes. By strategically using Social Security, dividends, IRA withdrawals, and capital gains, you can legally minimize your tax bill and maximize your retirement income. This isn’t a loophole—it’s just smart financial planning! 📌 Watch now to learn how to apply these strategies to your own retirement plan! ======================= Work with us → https://www.rootfinancial.com/start-here/ Check out our Root Financial Youtube Channel → https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCopKwWs9ea1dAOxqZOqBjpg Get access to the retirement software I use → https://retirement-planning-academy.mykajabi.com/rpa _ _ ⏱Timestamps:⏱ 0:00 - meet Joe and Sally 2:40 - Modeling with software 5:55 - Something to note 6:38 - The "obvious" but wrong strategy 8:00 - A better strategy 11:39 - An amazing opportunity 12:42 - Not all "income" is taxed the same 15:40 - Summary -- Advisory services are offered through Root Financial Partners, LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser. This content is intended for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered personalized investment, tax, or legal advice. Viewing this content does not create an advisory relationship. We do not provide tax preparation or legal services. Always consult an investment, tax or legal professional regarding your specific situation. The strategies, case studies, and examples discussed may not be suitable for everyone. They are hypothetical and for illustrative and educational purposes only. They do not reflect actual client results and are not guarantees of future performance. All investments involve risk, including the potential loss of principal. Comments reflect the views of individual users and do not necessarily represent the views of Root Financial. They are not verified, may not be accurate, and should not be considered testimonials or endorsements. Participation in the Retirement Planning Academy or Early Retirement Academy does not create an advisory relationship with Root Financial. These programs are educational in nature and are not a substitute for personalized financial advice. Advisory services are offered only under a written agreement with Root Financial.

You May Also Like

No Recommendations Found

No products were found for the selected channel.