Retirement accounts like the 401(k), 403(b), and traditional IRA are tax-deferred, meaning you get a tax break upfront (the ability to deduct contributions from your taxable income), but you must ...

It pays to calculate RMDs (Required Minimum Distributions) as you approach retirement or if you are already retired. You'll avoid tax penalties and preserve more of your retirement savings. Besides ...

You don't have to take RMDs from Roth accounts. RMDs are based on your age and your account balance at the end of the previous year. The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees completely overlook ...