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Inherited IRA answer

Do I have to take withdrawals from an inherited IRA?

Possibly. The answer depends on your relationship to the original owner, when the owner died, whether required distributions had begun, the account type, and whether an exception applies.

What we can review

Bring the pieces into one conversation.

Confirm the beneficiary relationship
Identify the owner’s death date and required distribution status
Determine whether a ten year deadline or annual withdrawals apply
Coordinate withdrawals with taxes and the rest of the plan

Direct answers

Start with the question you asked.

What are the inherited IRA withdrawal rules?

The rules depend on your relationship to the owner, the owner’s death date and age, the account type, and available exceptions. Many non spouse beneficiaries face a ten year deadline and may also have annual distribution requirements.

Your next step

You do not have to make the decision before starting the conversation.

Review an Inherited IRA Decision