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Inherited IRA Calculator Estate Planning

Inherited IRA: 10-Year Distribution Planner

Optimize your inherited IRA distributions under the SECURE Act 10-year rule to minimize lifetime taxes.

Using 2026 IRS Data SECURE 2.0 Compliant

Your Information

Total balance of the inherited traditional IRA account.

Your age as the beneficiary of the inherited IRA.

Salary, business income, etc. (excluding inherited IRA distributions).

Distribute enough each year to fill up to this bracket, then dump the rest in year 10.

Your Inherited IRA Distribution Plan

Potential Tax Savings
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Total Distributions
$0
Federal Tax
$0
State Tax
$0
Effective Tax Rate
0%

Strategy Comparison

StrategyTotal TaxEff. RateYear 1Year 10

Annual Distribution Breakdown

Net proceeds vs. taxes paid each year

Remaining IRA Balance

How the inherited account declines over the 10-year window

Year-by-Year Distribution Schedule

YearAgeStart BalanceDistribution Federal TaxState TaxNet ProceedsEnd Balance
Disclaimer: This calculator is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, tax, or investment advice. Results are estimates based on the assumptions and inputs provided and are not guaranteed. The SECURE Act 10-year rule applies to most non-spouse beneficiaries who inherit IRAs after 2019. Exceptions include surviving spouses, minor children, disabled/chronically ill individuals, and beneficiaries not more than 10 years younger than the decedent. Consult with a qualified tax professional before making distribution decisions.