In this Episode of the Secure Your Retirement Podcast, Radon and Murs discuss the complexities of Inherited IRAs with special guest Taylor Wolverton, a Certified Financial Planner and Enrolled Agent. They break down what beneficiaries need to know about inherited retirement accounts, including crucial updates introduced under the Secure Act. Whether you're a spouse, non-spouse, or special exception beneficiary, this episode helps you understand how to navigate the rules and avoid costly mistakes when it comes to inherited IRA distributions.

Listen in to learn about the different rules based on whether the account was inherited before or after 2020, how the 10-year rule inherited IRA provision works, and how it contrasts with the old Stretch IRA rules. They also explain IRA beneficiary rules for both Roth inherited IRA and traditional IRAs, helping you determine the most tax-efficient strategy for your situation. With insights on Inherited IRA RMD rules, Secure Act IRA changes, and options for non-spouse IRA beneficiaries, this is a must-listen episode for anyone dealing with an IRA inheritance.

In this episode, find out:

• What the 10-year rule inherited IRA really means for beneficiaries.
• How IRA rules for beneficiaries differ for pre- and post-2020 inheritances.
• The difference between spousal vs non-spouse IRA beneficiary strategies.
• How to handle Inherited IRA RMD rules and avoid tax penalties.
• Why Roth inherited IRA strategies may involve waiting until year 10.

“Just because you're not required to take a distribution every year doesn't mean it’s the best strategy for your taxes.” – Murs Tariq

“Understanding whether you're a spouse or non-spouse IRA beneficiary changes everything about how you manage the account.” – Taylor Wolverton

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