Required withdrawals from IRAs and 401(k) plans are now based on more generous life expectancy tables. Here's what to know - CNBC

The new life expectancy tables from the IRS kick in this year, which means your required minimum distributions, or RMDs, could be smaller.

If you're subject to annual required withdrawals from your retirement accounts, be aware that the calculation for those amounts has changed generally to your advantage. New IRS life expectancy table… [+4226 chars]

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