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I Inherited $600,000. This One Distribution Mistake Could Trigger Almost $200,000 in Taxes.

calendar_today September 17, 2026 person SmartAsset Team domain smartasset

Inheriting a $600,000 traditional IRA can leave you with far less money if you withdraw it all at once. Distributions from the account are generally taxed as ordinary income, and non-spouse beneficiaries face a strict deadline for emptying the account, with annual withdrawals potentially required before then. But one strategy could help you keep more […] The post I Inherited $600,000.

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