Starting at age 73, the IRS requires you to make annual withdrawals from your tax-deferred retirement accounts. But how much should you withdraw? Should you make a large withdrawal in January or smaller ones throughout the year? Are there tax implications? Should you reinvest the money? This episode of 5 Questions with Fidelity has answers to all these questions and is full of strategies to help you manage your RMDs. prepared for retirement. 00:00: Welcome to 5 Questions with Fidelity 00:31: What are requir ...

All eyes are on the Fed, waiting to see when they will cut rates. We take a look at what a lower fed funds rate means for your debt and money. Saving for retirement and building wealth is an important goal, but knowing how to use tax-advantaged accounts like Roth IRAs, 401(k)s, IRAs, and HSAs can make a big difference in reaching your financial goals. Many retirees will have to take required minimum distributions, also known as RMDs, once they reach a certain age. We explain what RMDs are and how to avoid p ...