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What IRA Holders Should Know About the SECURE Act

What IRA Holders Should Know About the SECURE Act

Here’s a breakdown of some of the more significant changes of The Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement Act of 2019 (SECURE Act)...
Your Distribution is Taxable in the Year It’s Distributed

Your Distribution is Taxable in the Year It’s Distributed

Many people think that a distribution check isn’t taxable until it’s cashed—this is false. A distribution is taxable in the tax year it is distributed.
Legacy Planning Guide for IRA Holders and Their Beneficiaries

Legacy Planning Guide for IRA Holders and Their Beneficiaries

IRA holder's beneficiary levels of taxation on the accounts. Learn how to prepare your legacy plan and what you should communicate to your beneficiaries.
Top 4 Things Investors Do to Prepare for End-of-Year

Top 4 Things Investors Do to Prepare for End-of-Year

While splurging during the holidays is natural, it shouldn't sacrifice longer-term savings goals like retirement or education. Here four tips for investors
8 Popular Questions About Required Minimum Distributions

8 Popular Questions About Required Minimum Distributions

If your 70th birthday was before July 1st 2018, you must take your first RMD no later than April 1st of 2019. Here's what IRA plan holders need to know.
7 Essential Tips for Taking Distributions From Your Self-Directed IRA

7 Essential Tips for Taking Distributions From Your Self-Directed IRA

There are several rules, and we walk you through the important ones to avoid unnecessary fees and fines.
4 Frequently Asked Questions about Self-Directed IRA Distributions

4 Frequently Asked Questions about Self-Directed IRA Distributions

FAQs about required minimum distributions for self-directed IRAs for the December 31st deadline
Fair Market Value (FMV) of Your Self Directed Retirement Account

Fair Market Value (FMV) of Your Self Directed Retirement Account

The deadline for the fair market valuation form for self-directed IRA holders is due January 31st.