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If you’ve inherited an IRA from a parent, sibling, or anyone other than your spouse, the withdrawal rules are undergoing a significant change. Starting in 2025, you may need to adjust your financial strategy to avoid a hefty tax penalty. What’s Changing for Inherited IRAs in 2025? The IRS has finalized its guidance for […]
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On July 18, 2024, the IRS finalized new rules that change how most beneficiaries inherit retirement accounts like IRAs and 401(k)s. These regulations now require most non-spouse beneficiaries to withdraw all funds within 10 years of the original account holder’s death and, in many cases, take annual Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) during that period. This […]
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Investing in foreign stocks can be a savvy move for diversifying your portfolio, especially with projections suggesting strong growth in international markets. However, a common mistake could be costing you money. If you hold these foreign investments within a tax-deferred account like an Individual Retirement Account (IRA), you might be forfeiting a valuable tax benefit: […]
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If you are an American looking to stash away some money for next year, you need to take advantage of this unknown tax break that has been recently updated by the IRS to reduce liability next year. The condensed term saver’s credit from the retirement savings contribution credit offers up to $1,000 in credit to […]
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The Internal Revenue Service has announced that anyone who already took a required minimum distribution (RMD) in 2020 from certain retirement accounts now has the opportunity to roll those funds back into a retirement account following the CARES Act RMD waiver for 2020. The 60-day rollover period for any RMDs already taken this year has […]
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If you plan to retire by building a savings plan through an IRA or 401 (k) plan, there is a good chance that you can qualify for a special tax credit. The Saver’s credit is available to pensioners and can help reduce your tax liability. The Saver’s Credit, also known by its extended name, The […]
— Read moreYears of hard work will pay off in retirement, or at least that’s the goal. One thing that’s for sure is retirees are often entitled to special tax benefits. After age 50, the IRS loosens its grip on your money, allowing you a little bit of room to maneuver. The sweet spot is after age […]
— Read moreHaving an IRA savings in place is a great way to prepare for retirement. However, sometimes situations may arise in which you will need to withdraw your funds before you’ve reached retirement age. Typically, if you take money from your individual retirement account prior to age 59 ½, you’ll be subject to a 10% early […]
— Read moreWhen you chose to move funds from one retirement plan, such as an IRA or Keogh plan, it is called a direct transfer. You can also perform a direct transfer from one company plan to another, or move your money from a company plan to a personal plan. During a direct transfer, you never handle […]
— Read moreLearning the math behind your tax return may seem overwhelming. However, understanding the three different levels of income can make things a little easier. The three amounts are: total gross income, adjusted gross income (AGI), taxable income. Adjusted Gross Income One important term to familiarize yourself with at tax time is adjusted gross income. This […]
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