Inherited IRAs are taxed at ordinary income rates when distributions are taken. The SECURE Act mandates most non-spouse heirs withdraw all IRA funds within 10 years. Strategically timing withdrawals ...

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For example, some don’t realize they may owe several hundred thousand dollars in taxes as part of their inheritance. Because each person’s financial literacy level is different, it’s critical to ...