10/26/2026
For many non-spouse beneficiaries, inherited retirement accounts are generally subject to the 10-year rule.
What happens inside those 10 years can matter.
Leaving an IRA to your children isn't simply about naming them as beneficiaries.
For many non-spouse beneficiaries, the IRS generally requires an inherited retirement account to be fully distributed within 10 years. The timing of those withdrawals can have tax implications for the person receiving the money.
Legacy planning means thinking beyond who gets the assets — and considering how and when they receive them.
Family Legacy Financial Solutions helps families look at the bigger picture when preparing wealth for the next generation.
Source: IRS