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Inherited 401(k)s: 6 Questions Heirs Need to Ask
401(k)s An inherited 401(k) can be a lasting legacy, but the windfall needs to be handled carefully to maximize the inheritance and minimize taxes.
By Rachel L. Sheedy Published
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When Should Your Children Get Their Inheritance?
inheritance How can you tell if your children are ready to responsibly receive an inheritance? Here are some age guidelines to consider, but of course, it's more complicated than that.
By Lisa Brown, CFP®, CIMA® Published
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A Trust Can Protect Your Adult Child’s Assets from a Failed Marriage
inheritance If you don’t want money you’ve worked hard for to pass down to your son’s or daughter’s ex, then consider a trust.
By Lisa Brown, CFP®, CIMA® Published
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What Heirs Need to Know About Reverse Mortgages
inheritance Death of the borrower triggers the loan payoff, but the estate and heirs will never owe more than what the home is worth.
By Rachel L. Sheedy Published
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How to Minimize Taxes When You Inherit an IRA
IRAs One key: Take minimum distributions each year based on your life expectancy.
By Kimberly Lankford Published
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IRA Heirs Beware Mistakes
IRAs Nonspouse beneficiaries who inherit an IRA should watch out for these common pitfalls.
By Rachel L. Sheedy Published
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Cost Basis for Inherited Stock
stocks Here's how to figure the value of your shares.
By Kimberly Lankford Published
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