required minimum distributions (RMDs)
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Year-End RMDs: 10 Ways to Invest, Spend or Donate ThemThe deadline for taking Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) is December 31. And yes, shopping or travel might be in order.
By Adam Shell
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I want to give my 3 grandkids $5K each for Christmas.You're comfortably retired and want to give your grandkids a big Christmas check, but their parents are worried they might spend it all. We ask the pros for help.
By Maurie Backman
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Ask the Editor: IRAs, 401(k)s and RMDsAsk the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers questions on IRAs, 401(k)s and required minimum distributions
By Joy Taylor
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5 RMD Mistakes That Even Seasoned Retirees Can MakeThe five biggest RMD mistakes retirees make show that tax-smart retirement planning should start well before you hit the age your first RMD is due.
By Jeremy Keil, CFP®, CFA®, CKA®
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New RMD Rules: Can You Pass This Retirement Distributions Tax Quiz?Quiz Take our RMD quiz to test your retirement tax knowledge. Learn about RMD rules, IRS deadlines, and tax penalties that could shrink your savings.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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I'm a Financial Planner: How You Can Get Started With RMDsThe IRS will come knocking for its share of your tax-deferred retirement savings when you hit 73, but planning ahead for RMDs will ensure you're ready.
By Eric Heckman, CFP®, ChFC®, CLU®, CRTP
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Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs): Rules, Deadlines, and SECURE 2.0 ChangesRMDs Here are some basics to know about RMDs and how these distributions can impact your taxes.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Seven Moves for High-Net-Worth People Before End of 2025It's time to focus on how they can potentially reduce their taxes, align their finances with family goals and build their financial confidence for the new year.
By Brooke Jackson, CFP®
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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.
By Maurie Backman
