IRAs can help boost your retirement savings. Join Women Talk Money as we unpack how the different account types work and how to navigate the fine print, from income limits to contribution rules to withdrawal approaches in retirement to getting your kids started with their own IRA. We’ll also cover strategies like Roth conversions (when they make sense and what they’ll mean at tax time), plus when you might want to consider a backdoor or mega backdoor Roth.
In this discussion, we’ll share:
• Key differences between Roth and traditional accounts, as well as how each may benefit you now and in retirement
• How taxes come into play across contributions, potential growth, conversions, and withdrawals
• What to know as you approach retirement and start thinking about spending the money you’ve saved
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This information is intended to be educational and is not tailored to the investment needs of any specific investor.
Fidelity does not provide legal or tax advice. The information herein is general in nature and should not be considered legal or tax advice. Consult an attorney or tax professional regarding your specific situation.
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Rita Assaf brings over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry, with extensive experience in developing and managing a range of savings products—including Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), 529 college savings plans, ABLE accounts, Small Business Retirement plans, and IRAs. She currently leads Fidelity’s Retirement product strategy and development.
Rita earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from Boston University and a master’s degree in business administration from Bentley University. She holds the Financial Industry Regulatory Industry (FINRA) Series 7, 63, 51 and 24 licenses*.
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As Director of Advanced Planning, Vanessa partners with clients to navigate complex financial decisions
with confidence and clarity. She delivers a collaborative planning experience that is comprehensive, strategic, and deeply personal—aligning each plan with the clients’ unique goals, values, and family dynamics to ensure it reflects what matters most.
Vanessa has spent 13 years at Fidelity Investments, serving in various roles, including six years as a Workplace Financial Consultant before transitioning into her current position. She’s passionate about empowering individuals to take control of their financial future, reach their goals, and create a path toward
financial freedom.
Outside of work, Vanessa and her boyfriend, Clark, recently relocated from Houston, TX, to Denver, CO,
with their two dogs, Samson and Archie. They’re excited to embrace Colorado’s outdoor lifestyle— whether it’s hiking scenic trails or hitting the slopes for snowboarding.
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Randelle Lenoir is a vice president and branch leader in the Chicago area. She spends her days at Fidelity inspiring a team of financial professionals and coaching them in how to deliver essential support to customers in need of financial planning.
She’s been in the industry since 2008, the majority of that time working one-on one with clients from all walks of life, helping them solve problems and achieve goals. She believes that solid financial planning relationships can changes lives and communities for the better.
Randelle holds a bachelor’s degree in economics from Michigan State University and calls Lansing, Michigan, her hometown. Her special interests include community building, wellness, education, and artistic expression of all sorts.
Amanda Petersen, a Financial Consultant, has spent more than a decade in the financial services industry and has been with Fidelity Investments for the past 5 years. She holds a bachelor’s degree in finance with a concentration in Financial Planning and is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional. Amanda is passionate about holistic financial planning, helping clients balance enjoying life today while building a thoughtful strategy for the future. She believes that meaningful relationships, trust, and integrity are the foundation of successful financial planning and strives to provide guidance tailored to each client’s unique goals.
Outside of work, Amanda is a proud mother of 3 and actively supports several local nonprofit organizations dedicated to making a positive impact in their communities.
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Alexandra (Alex) Roca is the Women Talk Money host. She specializes in bringing financial education to life, transforming complex retirement and investment topics into engaging, actionable insights for Fidelity clients.
She is a registered representative, is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional, and has her Florida insurance license. A bilingual presenter in English and Spanish, Alex is always looking for new ways to make financial planning relatable and engaging.
When she’s not demystifying finances, you can find her spending time with family and friends, cooking up something delicious, traveling, reading, or enjoying a concert.
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