If you contribute to a tax-advantaged retirement account at work or a traditional IRA, Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) are something you’ll need to…
If you’re looking for a tax-savvy way to deal with you required minimum distributions (RMDs), converting them into a Roth IRA isn’t an option. A financial advisor can help you plan for RMDs and figure out if a Roth conversion is right for you. It's relatively common for retirees to need a plan for their […] The post I Was Planning on Taking My RMDs and Converting Them to a Roth, But Was Told I Can’t. Is That True? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
Use SmartAsset's RMD calculator to see what your required minimum distributions look like now and in the future. Enter your retirement account balance at the end of the previous year, your age and the expected rate of return on the account to calculate your RMDs. Do you have retirement planning questions? Speak with a financial […] The post Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) Calculator appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.
People often think they don't have any choice about taking the IRS-mandated required minimum distributions from their retirement accounts – but they do. While you can't skip making the withdrawal they can choose how to time it in a way that works best for their individual financial situation. Required minimum distributions – RMDs, for short […] The post Is It Better to Take My RMD Later or Earlier in the Year? How Do I Decide? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.