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The Downside of Delaying RMDs
Thanks to the SECURE 2.0 Act, the age for required minimum distributions is going up. However, don't automatically assume you'll benefit from this change.
By Jackie Stewart • Published
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Retirement Saver's Tax Credit Converted to "Saver's Match"
President Biden has signed legislation that turns the Saver's Credit into a government match to your retirement plan contributions.
By Rocky Mengle • Published
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New RMD Rules: Starting Age, Penalties, Roth 401(k)s, and More
Making Your Money Last The SECURE 2.0 Act makes major changes to the required minimum distribution rules.
By Rocky Mengle • Published
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How to Protect Your 401(k) From a Market Crash or Recession
401(k)s You can’t control what happens in the stock market, but you can control what YOU do when there’s a downturn. To safeguard your savings, follow these investing golden rules.
By Mike Piershale, ChFC • Last updated
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Most-Overlooked Tax Breaks for Seniors and Retirees
Tax Breaks Unfortunately, seniors over age 65 often miss tax-saving opportunities that are available to them. Don't let that happen to you.
By Kevin McCormally • Last updated
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What You Need to Know About Calculating RMDs for 2023
required minimum distributions (RMDs) If you don’t need to live on your RMDs, then 2022’s market downturn could have a bright side: lower RMDs for 2023 and therefore lower taxes.
By Chris Gullotti, CFP® • Last updated
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2 Ways Retirees Can Defuse a Tax Bomb (It’s Not Too Late!)
If you’re retired and find yourself sitting on a “tax bomb,” you may think there’s nothing you can do. But two strategies could seriously reduce your taxes in retirement.
By David McClellan • Published
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An RMD Deadline is Approaching Quickly – And Missing It Could Cost You Big Bucks
If you're age 72 or older, take your required minimum distribution now to avoid a big penalty or a double-dip next year.
By Rocky Mengle • Published
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Roth IRA Contribution Limits for 2022
Roth IRAs Now's the time to make sure you've contributed the right amount to your Roth IRA.
By Jackie Stewart • Last updated