Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Bob Carlson researches all facets of retirement finances. Required minimum distributions from IRAs and 401(k)s can become a major ...

Do Roth IRAs Have Required Minimum Distributions? No, Roth IRAs do not have required minimum distributions, at least while the account holder is still alive. But if you are the beneficiary of a Roth ...

Vikki Velasquez is a researcher and writer who has managed, coordinated, and directed various community and nonprofit organizations. She has conducted in-depth research on social and economic issues ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Empowering smarter money moves. Nov 21, 2024, 10:48am EST Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) offer a powerful way to reduce ...

The government offers retirement savers a pretty good deal if they use certain retirement accounts like a 401(k) or IRA. Traditional accounts let many people get deductions on contributions upfront, ...

In general, anyone with a tax-deferred retirement account must take withdrawals called required minimum distributions (RMDs) beginning at age 73. RMDs are calculated by dividing the retirement account ...