10 Smart Steps to Minimize Taxes and Penalties on Your RMDs by By Kimberly Lankford, Contributing Editor at Kiplinger

After you turn age 70½, you need to start taking required minimum distributions from your IRAs and 401(k)s every year.  But the calculations and rules can be complicated, and you'll be hit with a penalty if you make a mistake.

Here are 10 smart RMD moves to help you minimize taxes, meet deadlines and avoid penalties when you make these mandatory withdrawals from your retirement savings.

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