Minimum Distribution for an Inherited IRA

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Owners of inherited IRAs and inherited qualified plans must comply with the minimum distribution rules. This generally means that the beneficiary will take out distributions over his or her life expectancy.

Roth IRAs are not subject to minimum distribution rules during life. However, inherited Roth IRAs must comply with the minimum distribution rules.

Spousal beneficiaries of inherited IRAs or qualified plans can rollover the account to their own IRA and treat it as if they always owned it. They do not have to begin taking distributions until they reach age 70 1/2.

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