Could your financial future hinge on choosing the right path after inheriting a retirement account?

In this episode, Jim Sumpter provides insights and guidance on the nuanced rules and changes surrounding the inheritance of retirement accounts such as IRAs and 401(k)s. If you’ve recently found yourself as a beneficiary, understanding your options with inherited retirement accounts is crucial. Navigating the complex rules surrounding IRA inheritances can be daunting, with changes galore post-2020. Jim breaks it all down with real-world scenarios, helping you make informed financial decisions and avoid unnecessary pitfalls.

Jim Sumpter, CFP®, discusses: 

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• (01:10) Introduction to IRAs and inheritance rules
  
• (02:47) Differences between spousal and non-spousal beneficiary rules
  
• (03:11) Important strategies for handling required minimum distributions (RMDs)
  
• (16:52) Clarifications on the post-2020 ’10-year rule’ for non-spousal IRA inheritance
  
• (24:53) The significance of state taxes in IRA inheritance
  
• (27:57) Unique challenges when inheriting an IRA as a minor
  
• And more
  

Join us for this enlightening conversation to uncover how to strategically approach inheritance distributions while considering tax implications, ensuring you’re not left piecing your financial future together in the dark!

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