In this Episode of the Secure Your Retirement Podcast, Radon and Murs discuss a crucial yet often confusing topic for retirees: Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs). Joined by their colleague Taylor Wolverton, a Certified Financial Planner and Enrolled Agent, they break down the rules surrounding what are RMDs, how they’re calculated, and the updates brought by the Secure Act RMD changes. If you're unsure about RMD rules 2025, or when and how much to take from your retirement accounts, this episode is for you.

Listen in to learn about the mechanics of how do RMDs work, from when to take RMDs to how they’re taxed and the penalties for missing one. The episode also explores RMD for retirement accounts like IRAs and 401(k)s, RMD tax rules, and even strategies like RMD and charitable giving. Whether you're planning ahead or facing your first required withdrawal, understanding your obligations is key to effective retirement tax planning and preserving your wealth.

·      What qualifies as a required minimum distribution and who it applies to.

·      Updated RMD start ages under the Secure Act RMD changes.

·      How RMDs are calculated using the IRS Uniform Lifetime Table.

·      The tax implications of RMDs and how to manage them effectively.

·      Smart options for reinvesting or donating your RMD.

"You can’t put RMDs back into an IRA or convert them to Roth—but you can reinvest them into a brokerage or give to charity tax-free." – Radon Stancil

"Even if you don’t need the money, RMDs are required—it’s about paying back the taxes you’ve deferred for years." – Murs Tariq

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