What is a Roth conversion ladder? First, let’s start with the Roth IRA. A Roth IRA is a retirement account that allows investors to enjoy tax-free growth and make tax-free withdrawals in retirement.

This article is about the pros and cons of Roth conversions for different age groups.

You can make a Roth IRA conversion at any time, as long as you have money in a qualifying pre-tax account. But the real question is whether it benefits you. Converting in your 60s, for example, can ...