Other than Social Security, what’s the best source of monthly income in retirement? Here’s what annuities can do.

A taxpayer whose individual retirement account was paid to the government under a criminal court order did not have taxable ...

A required minimum distribution (RMD) is the minimum amount of money you must withdraw from your retirement plans annually ...

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Another way to reduce your taxable income is by contributing to a traditional IRA. The maximum contribution is $7,000 in 2025 ...

Here is just one example: The order in which you withdraw money from accounts can make a difference. You should start with taxable accounts, then tax-deferred accounts and finally tax-free accounts, ...

I'm now writing to you for advice a second time. I'm 51, still married, 25 years now, and still residing in Maryland. My whole financial world is upside down as my life has changed dramatically. The ...

I want to do a Roth conversion from my traditional IRA in the amount of $250,000. It’s my understanding that I have to pay ...

If you withdraw earnings you've made on investments in a Roth IRA before age 59 and a half, you'll incur a 10% early withdrawal penalty and may be subject to income tax.

Dear Savvy Senior, What can you tell me about spousal IRAs? My spouse and I are in our 50s and are looking for ways to boost ...

Navigate Roth IRA withdrawals by learning when you are eligible to make a withdrawal, tax matters, whether you may face penalties, and exceptions to the rules.