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Key Ages for Those Nearing Retirement

 Preparing for retirement is a journey with many roadblocks along the way. Find out if you’re hitting your age milestones noted below. Have questions or want to discuss your current situation? Reach out to a Financial Consultant near you.
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Forties and Fifties

  • Ages 40-49: Foundation of key accumulation years
  • Age 50: You’re eligible to make catch-up contributions in your IRA (and your 401k if your employer allows)
  • Age 59½: IRA withdrawals are now allowed without the additional 10% early withdrawal penalty
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Sixties

  • Age 62:  Minimum age to claim Social Security (but if you wait your check will be larger)
  • Age 65: Time to enroll in Medicare
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Seventy+

Age 70: Maximum Social Security benefit age
Age 72: You must take a Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) this year to avoid tax penalties
CELEBRATE: You’ve worked hard to save. It’s time to enjoy your retirement!

Forties and Fifties

  • Ages 40-49: Foundation of key accumulation years
  • Age 50: You’re eligible to make catch-up contributions in your IRA (and your 401k if your employer allows)
  • Age 59½: IRA withdrawals are now allowed without the additional 10% early withdrawal penalty

Sixties

  • Age 62:  Minimum age to claim Social Security (but if you wait your check will be larger)
  • Age 65: Time to enroll in Medicare

Seventy+

Age 70: Maximum Social Security benefit age
Age 72: You must take a Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) this year to avoid tax penalties
CELEBRATE: You’ve worked hard to save. It’s time to enjoy your retirement!
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  • Retirement Accumulation & Income Planning
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