The Secure Act, which went into effect January 1, 2020, changed the rules on traditional IRA contributions and required minimum distributions (RMDs).  The old rules disallowed traditional IRA contributions once you reached age 70 ½.  The new rules allow traditional IRA contributions to be made at any age (as long as you have earned income).  Additionally, the old rules required you to start taking RMDs once reaching age 70 ½.  The new rules allow you to wait until age 72.

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