To convert a traditional IRA to a Roth IRA in 2016, you need to follow these steps:
- Check if you are eligible for a conversion.
- Open a Roth IRA account if you don't already have one.
- Decide how much you want to convert and pay any taxes due.
- Fill out the conversion paperwork with your financial institution.
- Wait for the conversion to be processed.
- Report the conversion on your taxes for the year.