Required Minimum Distributions
Keep up with the latest changes affecting required minimum distributions and how they affect your clients, including those tied to 401(k)s plans, IRAs and annuities, as well as the best RMD strategies.
This Overlooked Secure Act Change Makes Roth 401(k)s More Attractive
By Robert Bloink | William H. ByrnesThe law removed the lifetime RMD requirements from these accounts starting in 2024.
November 30, 2023
Don't Forget These IRA, 401(k) Planning Tasks Before Year-EndDec. 31 is the 2023 deadline for RMDs, QCDs and other retirement planning moves.
November 27, 2023
Don't Overlook Post-Retirement Roth Conversion BenefitsThe need to identify tax-savvy financial planning strategies doesn't disappear once clients stop working.
November 21, 2023
Schwab System Quirk Could Create RMD Headaches for Former TD ClientsAdvisors who recently moved to Schwab should check on their clients' monthly withdrawals, an advisor warns.
October 16, 2023
Ed Slott: RMDs Are a Nightmare This Year. Here's What Advisors Should Do."Keep this guide on your desk!" Slott urges.
October 10, 2023
Try These RMD Options for 6 Common Client SituationsWhile rules for retirement accounts may be complicated, there are strategies to best organize annual withdrawals.
October 10, 2023
The Silent Discussion About Long-Term CarePortfolio strategy may be more fun, but clients need to think about this, too.
October 06, 2023
Here's Some Good News About RMDs in 2023: Christine BenzOne benefit of 2022's difficult markets is lower RMDs for many retirees, Morningstar's personal finance director says.