Providing for heirs: are annuities the best way?
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Elderly persons often set annuities or retirement accounts to provide their beneficiaries with financial assistance which they can use for their future. However, annuities are subject to taxation and could cost the beneficiaries thousands of dollars in income taxes.
Publication Name: New Choices for Retirement Living
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 1061-2157
Year: 1995
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Timing IRA withdrawals can cut your taxes
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Retired persons can avoid taxes on their Social Security benefits by making staggered withdrawals on their retirement incomes. The money that is withdrawn should be large enough for a year's expenses while keeping below the taxable minimum of $25,000 a year.
Publication Name: New Choices for Retirement Living
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 1061-2157
Year: 1995
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Is selling your home a smart retirement-savings strategy?
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Young people should plan for their retirement to assure themselves of financial security in their old age. They should acquire assets and investments and spend their money wisely.
Publication Name: New Choices for Retirement Living
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 1061-2157
Year: 1995
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