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I have to take a $22,000 RMD by the end of the year and I don't need the money. What should I do with it?
We ask financial experts for advice.
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Two Alternatives to Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs)
required minimum distributions (RMDs) If the thought of paying taxes on your RMDs is stressing you out, consider these two options to save on taxes and anxiety.
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16 Retirement Mistakes You Will Regret Forever
retirement From saving too little to claiming Social Security too early, there are plenty of ways that current and future retirees can sabotage their golden years.
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Ask the Editor, October 17: QCDs and Tax-Planning
Ask the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers more questions about the use of qualified charitable distributions (QCDs) in end-of-year tax planning.
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Five Ways to Catch Up on Retirement Savings
If you’re in your highest-earning years, you can make up for lost time.
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Six Financial Actions to Take the Year Before Retirement
Having your income, health care and tax plans in place before you exit the day job can make it more likely that you'll have a happy retirement.
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Use the 'Newton Rule' to Grow Your 401(k) Retirement Savings
Harnessing Sir Isaac Newton's rule in retirement can boost your 401(k) savings while you chill.
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Your 401(k) Can Now Include Alternative Assets, But Should It?
Many employer-sponsored plans offer limited investment options, which can stunt growth. But participants considering alternatives might need some sound advice to get the most from their accounts.
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Will Taxes Shred Your 401(k) or IRA During Your Retirement? It's Very Likely
Conventional wisdom dictates that you save in a 401(k) now and pay taxes later, but turning that rule on its head could leave you far better off. A financial planner explains why.
