Courtesy of SBSU Financial Services
Unforgettable Birthdays
Birthdays may seem less important as you grow older. They may not offer the impact of watershed moments, such as getting a driver’s license at 16 and voting at 18. But beginning at age 59, there are several key birthdays that can affect your tax situation, health-care eligibility, and retirement benefits.
59½ — You can start taking penalty-free withdrawals from IRAs and qualified retirement plans, provided certain conditions are met. Ordinary income taxes generally