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How do tax brackets work in retirement?

In retirement, your taxable income comes from Social Security (up to 85% may be taxable), retirement account withdrawals (fully taxable from traditional accounts), investment income, and any part-time earnings. Managing which bracket you're in each year — through strategic withdrawals and Roth conversions — can save tens of thousands over your retirement.

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