Avoid the Retirement Tax Surprise with David McKnight - Ep 53

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Avoid the Retirement Tax Surprise with David McKnight - Ep 53
Jun 19, 2026 Episode 53
Christian Cyr, CPA, CFP®

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In this special podcast edition, I sit down with David McKnight, bestselling author of The Power of Zero, to discuss why many retirees may face a bigger tax burden than they expect. They cover the retirement tax traps that can come from 401(k)s, IRAs, RMDs, Social Security taxation, and the possibility of higher future tax rates — and why proactive planning may help retirees keep more of their money.

0:00 Intro: Avoiding the Retirement Tax Surprise
4:30 Meet David McKnight, Author of The Power of Zero
7:00 Why Future Tax Rates Matter for Retirees
14:30 How RMDs Can Create a Tax Trap
22:00 Why Roth Conversions Are Often Misunderstood
27:30 The Power of a Tax-Free Retirement Strategy
32:45 Common Mistakes Retirees Make with IRAs and 401(k)s

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