Losing a spouse is emotionally devastating, and it also comes with complex financial decisions. If you've inherited an IRA and you're under age 59 1/2, the choices you make could significantly impact your financial future. In this episode of Wise Money, we're joined by Matt Hoke to break down the unique rules and options available to surviving spouses under 95.5 who inherit a retirement account. 

We'll cover:

- The difference between treating the IRA as inherited vs. your own

- How to avoid the 10% early withdrawal penalty

- When Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) apply

- How to preserve flexibility and optimize tax outcomes

- Common mistakes and how to avoid them

Season 10, Episode 45

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Kevin Korhorn, CFP® offers securities through Silver Oak Securities, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC. Kevin offers advisory services through KFG Wealth Management, LLC dba Korhorn Financial Group. KFG Wealth Management, LLC dba Korhorn Financial Group and Silver Oak Securities, Inc. are not affiliated. Mike Bernard, CFP®, Joshua Gregory, CFP®, and Matt Hoke, CFP® offer advisory services through KFG Wealth Management, LLC dba Korhorn Financial Group. This information is for general financial education and is not intended to provide specific investment advice or recommendations. All investing and investment strategies involve risk, including the potential loss of principal. Asset allocation & diversification do not ensure a profit or prevent a loss in a declining market. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results.

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