Will SSDI be reduced if I rollover traditional IRA to Roth IRA? Taxable income increase concern

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I've been through this rodeo before, and let me tell you, it's a doozy. First things first, the SSA doesn't count IRA rollovers as income for SSDI purposes. BUT (and it's a big but), if you're under full retirement age and working, you gotta watch out for the income limits. Here's the deal: • The rollover itself won't affect your SSDI • However, if you're working, the income limits still apply • For 2023, you can earn up to $1,470 a month before it affects your benefits • If you're in your trial work period, you can earn more My advice? Talk to a financial advisor who specializes in disability benefits. They can help you navigate this minefield without stepping on any landmines. Trust me, it's worth the investment.

OP, whatever you do, DO NOT make any moves without consulting a professional. I thought I knew what I was doing and ended up losing my benefits for 3 months. It was a nightmare!

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idk about yall but im so tired of trying to figure out these rules. feels like we need a law degree just to manage our own money 🙄

Has anyone considered using a Special Needs Trust instead? It might be a way to protect your assets without affecting your benefits. Just a thought!

Guys, I just got off the phone with SSA (thanks to that Claimyr thing someone mentioned). The rep said that while the rollover itself doesn't affect SSDI, if it pushes your MAGI over $85,000 for the year, it could increase your Medicare premiums. Something to keep in mind!

Anyone else feel like were playing a game of financial Jenga with these benefits? One wrong move and the whole thing comes crashing down 😅

Dylan, I went through this exact same situation last year! The good news is that IRA rollovers don't count as earned income for SSDI purposes, so your benefits won't be reduced. However, you will owe taxes on the amount you convert from traditional to Roth, which could be substantial depending on your account balance. A few things to consider: • The tax hit from the conversion might push you into a higher tax bracket for that year • If you're on Medicare, a large conversion could trigger higher premiums due to IRMAA (as someone mentioned above) • You might want to consider doing partial rollovers over multiple years to spread out the tax impact I'd definitely recommend talking to a tax professional or financial advisor who understands disability benefits before making the move. They can help you plan the timing and amount to minimize any unintended consequences. Good luck! 🤞