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Are inherited Roth retirement accounts subject to RMDs?

There is some uncertainty around inherited IRAs

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Don’t get fooled by magical thinking when it comes to your money

The importance of focusing on real, not nominal, returns

News and analysis for those planning for or living in retirement

Retirement news and analysis

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I want to contribute to an IRA. Do I earn too much?

There is an income limit to be able to make a Roth IRA contribution but there is no income limit to contribute to a traditional IRA

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Want to learn how to be good with money? The best teacher may surprise you.

The average American is less financially literate about risk today than in 2017—and Gen Z is the worst.

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Secure 2.0 may help high earners with retirement planning

New opportunities for high‐net‐worth retirement planning

News and analysis for those planning for or living in retirement

Retirement news and analysis

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Why investing Social Security in the stock market would be a terrible idea

The Social Security deficit can't be solved by moving the trust fund into stocks

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We all know an emergency fund is important. Here’s how to get started.

There is a way to slowly build up a safety net between yourself and the unexpected.

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Want to get closer to your grandchild? It’s not enough to shower them with love.

News and analysis for those planning for or living in retirement

Retirement news and analysis

News and analysis for those planning for or living in retirement

Retirement news and analysis

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Social Security deficits are not the biggest worries retirees face

Putting the Social Security actuarial deficit in context

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What is a reverse rollover and when should I use it?

3 reasons to consider this investing strategy

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Will our condo get a step-up in basis if we put it in trust?

If we didn't sell it and put it in trust, would the condo get the stepped-up basis if it were sold after we died?

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Are you falling behind on retirement savings? It’s time to catch up.

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How to buy I bonds with your tax refund

The I bond interest rate will be reset on May 1. Should you buy now or wait?

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Why you shouldn’t wait forever to design your forever home

As you approach retirement, new approaches to interior design allow you to age-in-place while also keeping your home marketable for when you decide to move.

News and analysis for those planning for or living in retirement

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Will a charitable donation help offset my taxes?

There are many wonderful nonprofits worthy of support whether there is a tax break in it or not.