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Boost Your RMD Strategy with QCDs

If you’re aged 70½ or older, leveraging a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) can be an effective strategy to reduce your tax liability associated with Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs). By allocating up to $100,000 annually (adjusted for inflation) directly from your traditional IRA to a qualified charity, you can fulfill your RMD requirements while potentially lowering your taxable income.

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QCDs offer a smart philanthropic opportunity that can also simplify your tax planning process. Since the distribution goes directly to the charity, it is not included in your gross income, which might hold additional tax advantages compared to taking the distribution personally and then donating. This approach is particularly beneficial for individuals who do not itemize deductions but still wish to reduce the tax impact of their RMDs.

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Overall, utilizing QCDs as part of your RMD strategy not only supports worthy causes but also enhances your retirement income planning.

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