09/03/2026
If you inherit an IRA, the rules for taking money out can depend heavily on what type of beneficiary you are.
Generally, beneficiaries fall into three categories:
• Eligible Designated Beneficiary
• Non-Eligible Designated Beneficiary
• Non-Designated Beneficiary
Understanding your status as a beneficiary is an important first step in making sure you don't accidentally miss a required distribution or create an unnecessary tax bill.