ALAR – THE “AT LEAST AS RAPIDLY” RULE

By Andy Ives, CFP®, AIF® IRA Analyst Follow Us on Twitter: @theslottreport For deaths in 2020 or later, we know that a non-eligible designated beneficiary (NEDB) of an IRA is subject to the 10-year rule. Meaning, the account must be emptied by the end of the tenth...

Weekly Market Commentary

Weekly Market Commentary – 6/2/2023 -Darren Leavitt, CFA Investors enjoyed an excellent week of gains in US equity markets. Washington finally got a debt ceiling deal through Congress and onto President Biden’s desk. On the margin, it appears that the...
Understanding What Happens During a Recession: Effects and Strategies

Understanding What Happens During a Recession: Effects and Strategies

There’s no denying that recessions are harsh. They bring about business failures, job losses, and economic downturns. If you are close to retirement you have likely wondered if a recession is coming and exactly happens during a recession. This comprehensive guide will...

IRS DELAYS EFFECTIVE DATE OF IRA SELF-CORRECTION PROGRAM

By Ian Berger, JD IRA Analyst Follow Us on Twitter: @theslottreport It looks like IRA owners will probably have to wait awhile to take advantage of a new program that allows them to self-correct IRA errors that previously couldn’t be fixed. In Notice 2023-43, the IRS...