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RMD

Required Minimum Distribution (US)

🇺🇸USA · Tax Year 2026Reviewed Plain-English
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What is RMD?

RMD is the minimum amount US retirees must withdraw annually from Traditional IRAs and 401(k)s starting at age 73 (rising to 75 by 2033). Roth IRAs have no RMDs during the owner's lifetime. Missing an RMD triggers a 25% excise tax on the shortfall.

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