12 Things Investors Need to Know about the SECURE Act 2.0
In late 2019, SECURE Act was passed as a way to help Americans save more for their retirement. In March 2022, the SECURE Act 2.0 has passed in the U.S. House of Representatives and aims to improve the goals of the original SECURE Act. The Senate proposed a similar bill in May 2021, and as the House's version moves forward, the two bills will likely combine before the final Senate vote. Here are what investors should know if the SECURE Act 2.0 passes as proposed: #1- Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) age will increase from age 72 to age 75 with this RMD schedule:
- Age 73 starting in 2023 (for individuals who reach age 72 after Dec. 31, 2022, and age 73 before Jan. 1, 2030).
- Age 74 starting in 2030 (for individuals who reach age 73 after Dec. 31, 2029, and age 74 before Jan. 1, 2033).
- Age 75 starting in 2033 (for individuals who reach age 74 after Dec. 31, 2032).