How would you invest for an 87 and 92-year-old who don't need to draw from their portfolio?

u/MarketAddict · Reddit — r/Bogleheads · September 14, 2026 at 04:59 · ⬆ 1 pts  | View on Reddit ↗
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Roth conversion for 10-year tax-free growth
Author recommends converting some funds into a Roth IRA assuming leftover inheritance, because heirs can keep the Roth earning tax-free for 10 years after passing. The mechanism is tax-free compounding during the SECURE Act 10-year distribution window, allowing a more growth-oriented allocation for that portion. Main risk is the tax cost of conversion and uncertainty about remaining assets.
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