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A Few Important Roth IRA Basics for Investors
IRAs Roth IRAs have a lot going for them … if you use them right. Here’s a roundup of the withdrawal rules, penalties and taxation of Roth IRAs.
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IRAs vs. 401(k)s: Exceptions to 10% Penalty for Withdrawals Under Age 59½ Differ
IRAs Before pulling money out of retirement accounts early, check the rules. The exceptions to penalties can differ depending on which type of account you’ve got.
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Don’t Name Your Estate as Your IRA Beneficiary
IRAs It may sound like it makes sense, and it might be easier than picking a person (or two) to name, however there are some serious downsides to naming your estate as the beneficiary for your IRA.
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Don't Make These Common IRA Mistakes
IRAs IRA expert Ed Slott walks us through common IRA mistakes and missed opportunities that you can avoid.
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Don’t Be Tricked Into Voluntarily Paying Higher Taxes on Your IRA
IRAs Traditional IRAs are set up in a way that basically incentivizes you (and your heirs) into paying the highest tax bill possible. Don’t fall for it. Consider a Roth conversion instead.
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Thinking About Rolling Your 401(k) into an IRA? 7 Deciding Factors to Consider
IRAs When you’re weighing a possible rollover from your company retirement account into an IRA, there are several things to think about first.
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Getting Around the Stretch IRA Block
Making Your Money Last Leaving behind a huge tax bill for your heirs with the stretch IRA scuttled? Here are some ways around it as lawmakers consider an updated SECURE Act.
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An RMD Deadline is Looming – And Missing It Could Cost You Big Bucks
required minimum distributions (RMDs) If you're age 72 or older, take your required minimum distribution now to avoid a big penalty or a double-dip next year.
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Boost Your Retirement Savings for 2021, 2022
Financial Planning The time is now to maximize contributions. Also, if you’ve got required minimum or charitable distributions to make, that deadline is coming up.
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